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Fakayejo Paul
Manchester United has officially announced that veteran defender Jonny Evans has retired from professional football, bringing an end to a distinguished career that saw him collect a remarkable array of silverware.
The announcement comes as Evans departs Old Trafford after his contract expired this summer.
Evans, 37, leaves the game as one of the most decorated players of his generation. His impressive trophy cabinet includes:
- 🏆 4x Community Shield
- 🏆 3x Premier League
- 🏆 2x Football League Cup
- 🏆 1x Champions League
- 🏆 1x FA Cup
- 🏆 1x Club World Cup
A product of Manchester United’s famed academy, Evans enjoyed two successful spells at the club. His first stint, from 2006 to 2015, saw him become a consistent and reliable figure in Sir Alex Ferguson’s formidable teams, winning multiple Premier League titles and the Champions League in 2008. After spells with West Bromwich Albion and Leicester City, where he continued to play at a high level, he made a surprising and popular return to Old Trafford in the summer of 2023.
His second spell at United, initially on a short-term deal, provided crucial defensive cover and leadership, especially during an injury-hit season for the squad. His experience and professionalism were highly valued by manager Erik ten Hag, and he notably played a part in their FA Cup triumph in May 2025.
As he hangs up his boots, Jonny Evans will be remembered as a true professional, a resilient defender, and a key contributor to some of Manchester United’s most successful eras. The football world salutes his impressive career.