Reports indicate that Manchester United legend Jonny Evans is on the verge of taking up a new position within the club following his recent retirement from playing.
The 37-year-old concluded his professional football career last month, making his final competitive appearance for United on the last day of the Premier League season.
Although his influence will no longer be felt on the pitch, Evans is now expected to transition into a significant behind-the-scenes role.
Sources like The Athletic suggest that Manchester United is keen to retain the services of the former defender after his playing contract expired.
Evans` proposed new staff role is reportedly focused on managing loan arrangements for the club`s emerging young talents.
The United hierarchy was reportedly impressed by his positive impact and leadership off the field during his time back at the club as a player.
He was known for consistently offering guidance to younger players and educating them about the history and traditions of Manchester United.
Evans also notably expressed strong feelings regarding staff redundancies that occurred last summer during the club`s pre-season tour in the United States.
The ex-Northern Ireland international accumulated a total of 241 appearances for Manchester United across two separate spells.
He initially spent 11 years at the club from 2004 to 2015 before moving to West Bromwich Albion.
Evans returned to Old Trafford on a free transfer two years ago and added 43 appearances during this second period.
In other news regarding player departures, Christian Eriksen and Victor Lindelof were among those who left Manchester United at the season`s conclusion after not being offered contract extensions.
However, third-choice goalkeeper Tom Heaton has reportedly been offered a one-year contract extension.
