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“Leicester City Legend’s SHOCKING New Role Revealed – You WON’T Believe What He’s Doing Now!”

Evans Retires at 37 to Take Up Key Development Role at Manchester United

Jonny Evans, the former Leicester City captain, has officially announced his retirement from professional football and has taken on a new role at Manchester United that could indirectly benefit his former club.

 

After his playing contract at Old Trafford expired this summer, the 36-year-old centre-back confirmed what many had anticipated—that he was hanging up his boots.

 

Evans, a seasoned Northern Ireland international, will now serve as United’s new head of loans and pathways, a position designed to guide promising young players toward loan spells that can accelerate their progression into the senior team.

 

This move could be significant for Leicester City. During their last stint in the Championship, the Foxes signed four players on loan, a strategy they may revisit to avoid substantial transfer fees.

If a young United talent becomes available who could make a difference at the King Power Stadium, City may hope Evans’ influence will work in their favour.

 

Reflecting on his retirement, Evans said:

“I want to officially announce my retirement from my playing career, not with sadness, but with pride, gratitude and excitement for the next chapter ahead.

 

I’ll be forever indebted to the managers, coaches, staff and, of course, my teammates, that I have had the privilege of working alongside throughout my 20 years in professional football.

 

“My biggest and most heartfelt thanks must go to the fans who have supported me during every step of the journey.

 

It’s been an honour to be on the pitch and feel your passion home and away; I will be eternally grateful for every ounce of support.

 

“I am looking forward to working with the next generation of talented players to support them to reach their potential.

 

Having had experience of loans myself, I know the crucial role that they can play within a player’s development.”

 

Evans ends his distinguished career with 536 senior appearances, including 152 across five years at Leicester.

 

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