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Remains out for time being Heaton (undisclosed) remains unavailable and has yet to be included in a Manchester United matchday squad since the start of the season.

Impact Heaton's absence has carried over from preseason, with the veteran goalkeeper still waiting for his first squad inclusion of the 2026/27 campaign. There remains no clear timeline for his return, leaving him out for the time being. As Manchester United's third-choice goalkeeper behind Senne Lammens and Karl Darlow, however, his continued absence has little impact on the club's current hierarchy between the posts.

SEPTEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Not in squad to face Leeds Heaton (undisclosed) isn't in the squad for Wednesday's friendly match against Leeds United.

Impact Heaton isn't on the bench for one of the club's final friendlies before the start of the 2026/27 campaign. Heaton will be the team's third-string goalkeeper behind Senne Lammens and Karl Darlow, however, so his absence won't be much of an issue from a fantasy standpoint.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off against PSG Heaton left Saturday's friendly matchup against Paris Saint-Germain after suffering a physical issue.

Impact Heaton is his team's third-string goalkeeper but had a chance to feature with both Senne Lammens (illness) and Karl Darlow (undisclosed) sidelined for the weekend's friendly game. The severity and nature of the veteran's situation are yet to be determined, though there shouldn't be a huge impact in the lineup, especially with Lammens potentially recovering for the season opener.

AUGUST 8 • ROTOWIRE

Secures one-year extension Heaton signed a one-year contract extension with Manchester United, the club announced.

Impact Heaton returns for a remarkable 21st season of professional football having made his debut on loan at Swindon Town in 2005, continuing in his role as a key leadership figure in the dressing room. Director of football Jason Wilcox highlighted his importance in supporting Senne Lammens throughout his first Premier League season, with the veteran goalkeeper's professionalism and mentality setting the standard for the entire goalkeeping group. The Academy graduate has been an integral part of the squad since returning to the club in 2021, and his renewal reflects the value Manchester United place on his experience and influence behind the scenes.

JUNE 4 • ROTOWIRE

Man Utd news: Tom Heaton signs new contract at Old Trafford Man Utd news: Tom Heaton signs new contract at Old Trafford

JUNE 27, 2025 • BBC.CO.UK

Signs new one-year contract Heaton has signed a new one-year contract with Manchester United, the club announced. "Tom's leadership and experience are really important for the group so we're pleased that he w...

Impact Heaton will remain at the club for a 20th season after graduating from the Academy and returning in 2021. The experienced goalkeeper continues to play an important leadership role for both club and country, having earned three England caps and receiving a call-up to the Euro 2024 squad as a training goalkeeper to support the group.

JUNE 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Man United loses to Newcastle and can't avoid a club low points tally in the Premier League

Andre Onana was left out of Sunday’s Premier League game against Newcastle following the goalkeeper’s latest high-profile errors for the club but Manchester United still fell to a...

APRIL 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Inks new contract Heaton has agreed to a one-year contract with Manchester United.

Impact Heaton will continue his second spell with Manchester United for a further year, as he has inked a one-year deal to stick around with the Red Devils. He has only made a single appearance since joining back in 2021 and is likely set for another season in the backup role.

JULY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Named to traveling squad Heaton (undisclosed) was included in the traveling squad to face Bayern Munich on Wednesday.

Impact Heaton rejoining the squad shouldn't be expected to impact the starting XI in any way, as he won't be challenging Andre Onana for a spot in the starting XI any time soon, except perhaps in the occasional cup competition.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Heaton (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's clash with Brighton.

Impact Heaton suffered an injury in pre-season and has been out since. The addition of Altay Bayindir means Heaton is likely third in the pecking order behind Onana and Bayindir.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers undisclosed injury Heaton sustained an undisclosed injury in training and will be sidelined for multiple weeks, the team announced Thursday.

Impact Heaton wasn't going to feature in the starting XI for the Red Devils ahead of Andre Onana anyway, so his absence won't have a significant impact on the club. Without Heaton available, the team will hope to rely on Dean Henderson (thigh) to serve as the No. 2 option for the club.

AUGUST 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active in pre-season Heaton (ankle) was active in pre-season training, Manchester United announced Friday.

Impact Heaton took part in pre-season training Friday. The goalkeeper suffered an ankle injury that saw him fall to third on the depth chart. The top goalkeeping role is up in the air with David De Gea's future with Manchester United uncertain at best.

JULY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with ankle injury Heaton has been ruled out "for a few weeks" with an ankle injury he suffered in training just before the international break, Manchester United announced Thursday.

Impact Heaton's only appearances this season have come in the Carabao Cup as a backup goalkeeper behind David de Gea at United. Jack Butland should take over as the No. 2 while Heaton is recovering.

MARCH 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Subs on in Champions League Heaton replaced Dean Henderson in goal at the 68th minute of Wednesday's Champions League draw against Young Boys.

Impact Heaton didn't have much to do during his senior Manchester United debut on Wednesday -- having come through the club's youth teams almost 20 years ago. He still remains the third-choice keeper at the club, but new manager Ralf Rangnick wanted to give as many players a chance as possible against Young Boys.

DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Manchester United Heaton signed with Manchester United after leaving Aston Villa, it was announced Friday. He's committed to a two-year contract with an option for a third season.

Impact Heaton came through the academy at his newest club before making his professional name elsewhere. He now returns as the backup to Dean Henderson and David de Sea, so making too many appearances doesn't seem likely.

JULY 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Heaton's a top-class keeper and leader - and he'll want to prove himself again at Manchester United Tom Heaton never regained his No 1 spot after a terrible injury at Villa - but a return to Manchester United is a fairytale for him

MAY 29, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Done at Villa Heaton is departing Aston Villa following the completion of his contract.

Impact Heaton joined Villa before the 2019/20 campaign with plans to be the team's No. 1. That worked for the most part, as he started the first 20 matches that season, but a torn ACL derailed those plans. He wasn't completely fit until December 2020 and by that time, Emiliano Martinez had taken over. Heaton is 35 years old and his days of being a Premier League goalkeeper may be over.

MAY 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Manchester United to sign goalkeeper Tom Heaton this summer Veteran goalkeeper Tom Heaton has agreed to sign for Manchester United.Heaton, 35, has spent the past two seasons at Aston Villa but his con...

MAY 25, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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