"I want to officially announce my retirement from my playing career, not with sadness, but with pride, gratitude and excitement for the next chapter ahead."
"I'll be forever indebted to the managers, coaches, staff, and, of course, my team-mates that I have had the privilege of working alongside throughout my 20 years in professional football."
"I am looking forward to working with the next generation of talented players to support them to reach their potential."
"Having had experience of loans myself, I know the crucial role that they can play within a player's development."
Jonny Evans has announced his retirement from professional football after an illustrious career and has been appointed as Head of Loans and Player Pathways at Manchester United. He made 241 appearances for the club, winning multiple titles including the Champions League and Premier League. His new role, working alongside club directors, focuses on assisting player development and nurturing young talent for the first team. Evans expressed gratitude to supporters and looks forward to contributing to the next generation of players, emphasizing the importance of loan experiences in their growth.
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