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Tom Heaton 'has agreed to join Manchester United and act as understudy to David de Gea and Dean Henderson' with veteran goalkeeper out of contract at Aston Villa this summer

Manchester United have agreed a deal to bring goalkeeper Tom Heaton back to the club on a free transfer this summer.

The former England keeper was apart of the United squad for eight years from 2002-2010 but never made a first-team appearance.

The 35-year-old will now return to Old Trafford after his contract at Aston Villa expires at the end of June.

Manchester United have agreed to bring back veteran goalkeeper Tom Heaton back to the club
Heaton (pictured in action against United in 2019) will provide back-up as United's third choice

Sportsmail revealed earlier this month that Manchester United were interested Heaton as back-up for David De Gea and Dean Henderson.