How Jonny Evans went from 'the best defender in the country' to having his Manchester United career ended on a golf buggy
manchestereveningnews.co.ukManchester United fans welcomed Andre Onana to the club last week but the goalkeeper's arrival was by no means the surprise of the week.
Onana followed Mason Mount through the door at Carrington but before him was Jonny Evans, the 35-year-old defender having just been released by Leicester City upon their relegation to the Championship.
A box office signing it is not, but the Northern Irishman's return to Manchester is beneficial for all parties. "We know he is a really experienced player but also a very good person, a big personality, and I think he has big authority as well," Erik ten Hag told MUTV when asked why he welcomed Evans back. "He will help the young players especially.
It is a benefit for both sides." Want to join our MUFC Pro club for a totally ad-free version of the MEN’s Man United app packed with premium features? Click here READ MORE: Ten Hag has his say on Greenwood situation And so as Ten Hag made wholesale changes at half-time during Wednesday's 1-0 win over Lyon, Evans stepped out for the Reds 3059 days after his last appearance against Newcastle United in March 2015.
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