Manchester United chief explains new contract for 40-year-old veteran

Jason Wilcox values the input of veteran goalkeeper Tom Heaton (Picture: Getty Images)

40-year-old goalkeeper Tom Heaton has been handed a new contract at Manchester United, with director of football Jason Wilcox saying he plays a key role at the club.

The three-cap England international initially joined the club as a teenager but went on to make his name elsewhere, playing for Cardiff, Bristol City, Burnley and Aston Villa.

The stopper made a surprise return to Old Trafford in 2021 but ha...