Jonny Evans is training with Manchester United to maintain fitness after his contract with Leicester expires.

Evans, 35, came to practice at Carrington on Saturday and Manchester Evening News understands that the defender has been training with the team for the past week as he weighs his options for the new season.

The defender went to the club’s academy before leaving in 2015.

It is understandable that Evans has spent time training with both the academy and the first team and sources say it benefits both sides, with the player using the facilities ‘while giving borrow quality and experience’ at Carrington.

A club source said “part of the club’s philosophy is that former players are always welcome back”, especially those who have come of age from the academy and Evans’ presence is considered. is useful for young players.