Jonny Evans Appointed as Manchester United’s Head of Loans and Pathways — A New Chapter Begins at Old Trafford
Manchester United have officially announced that Jonny Evans, a club legend and former centre-back, has been appointed as the Head of Loans and Pathways following his recent retirement from professional football.
In a statement released on their website Monday, the Red Devils confirmed Evans would now be overseeing the development of the club’s youth players, with a focus on loan moves and player progression into the first team.
The 37-year-old’s appointment comes as he wraps up his UEFA A Licence, marking a smooth transition from pitch to backroom, while staying very much at the heart of the club where he earned his stripes.
🏆 A Career That Comes Full Circle
Evans’ career reads like a love letter to Manchester United:
🏆 3x Premier League titles
🏆 2x League Cups
🏆 1x FA Cup
🏆 1x UEFA Champions League
With 536 senior appearances, Evans proved a model of consistency, tactical intelligence, and leadership. He even returned to the club late in his playing career — a rare feat — and still managed to leave a lasting impact in the dressing room.
👔 What Will Evans Do in His New Role?
Evans will work closely with Director of Football, Jason Wilcox, to:
Identify and manage loan opportunities for emerging stars
Guide individual development plans for academy talents
Help bridge the gap between youth levels and the senior squad
This signals a significant move by United to ensure their academy pipeline remains strong — blending club culture with real-world match experience.
🧠 Opinion: The Right Man for the Right Mission
This is more than just a sentimental appointment — it’s strategic. Evans understands what it means to break into the United first team, having come up through the ranks himself. His journey — from youth prospect to title winner — will resonate with the next generation.
And in a time where Man Utd’s academy products like Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho are making waves, Evans’ job becomes even more crucial: how to keep the conveyor belt rolling with quality, not just quantity.
🗣️ Fans React:
“Great move. He’s been there, done that. Who better to guide the kids?”
“Jonny Evans understands the DNA of the club. Youth development is in good hands.”
“From defending at the back to now defending the future of United. Class.”
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💬 From one of Sir Alex Ferguson’s most trusted defenders to a key figure in shaping the future of Manchester United — Jonny Evans’ story is far from over. It’s just entering a new phase
