Manchester United goalkeeper Tom Heaton has joined the England squad as a training goalkeeper during Euro 2024. Despite playing only three times since joining United from Aston Villa in 2021, he operated as the third-choice goalkeeper behind Andre Onana and Altay Bayindir last season. England manager Southgate expressed his pleasure at Heaton’s agreement to join the squad in Germany, emphasizing the demands that a tournament can place on the goalkeeping department. He noted that Heaton will play a crucial role on the training pitch, supporting Jordan, Aaron, and Dean, as well as contributing to the positive team environment.

Heaton expressed his pride at the opportunity to go to a major tournament and to pass on his experience. He is also in discussions to extend his contract at Manchester United, where he initially came through the youth ranks after joining from Wrexham as a teenager. *Join our new WhatsApp community*
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