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Manchester United 'close in on sealing surprise return for goalkeeper Tom Heaton on a free transfer' with veteran stopper set to provide back-up to David de Gea and Dean Henderson

Manchester United are closing in on the signing of goalkeeper Tom Heaton on a free transfer this summer, according to reports.

Heaton, who is set to leave Aston Villa at the end of the season, began his career in the youth ranks at Old Trafford and now looks set to seal a return.

The Telegraph claim that United have moved to bring in Heaton, 35, with current back-up option Sergio Romero expected to depart.

Manchester United are reportedly closing in on bringing back veteran goalkeeper Tom Heaton

Veteran Heaton did not make a first-team appearance for United before joining Cardiff in 2010 - and has since gone on to also play for Bristol City and Burnley.