"Could give him that reserve role" - Red Devils icon urges Manchester United to keep 35-year-old star at the club
Former Manchester United striker Dwight Yorke has advised the side to keep hold of Jonny Evans.
The Red Devils signed the Northern Irishman on a short-term deal after he was released by Leicester City. He has featured in the side's pre-season fixtures against Lyon and Wrexham and manager Erik ten Hag confirmed that he would continue with the team in the US.
Evans' deal with the club is only valid until the beginning of the 2023-24 campaign. Yorke has recommended the club to sign the defender on a one-year deal, claiming he could be a good option behind Raphael Varane and Lisandro Martinez.
Speaking to Manchester Evening News, Yorke said:
Yorke, who played alongside Evans at Sunderland, told Manchester Evening News:
He continued:
Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has promoted Jonny Evans from the under-21 side to the senior squad following the veteran's impressive performances on the pre-season tour.
The Dutchman appreciated the defender's impact on the club's younger players and said:
He added:
The 35-year-old has signed a short-term deal with Manchester United until the start of the season, which means ten Hag has to confirm whether he wants Evans for the campaign.
He made 198 appearances for the club between 2006 and 2015, before departing for West Bromwich Albion. He was released by Leicester City at the end of last season.
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