Evans made 241 appearances for United, winning several major trophies including the Premier League title, Champions League, and FA Cup. He also represented Northern Ireland 107 times and was awarded an MBE in 2023 for his services to football.

Evans expressed his gratitude to the fans, staff, and teammates who have supported him throughout his career. He is excited to take on this new challenge and help develop the next generation of players.

Director of football Jason Wilcox praised Evans, saying he is the perfect role model for young players. Wilcox believes Evans' knowledge and experience will be invaluable in helping to develop world-class talent at Manchester United.

Evans will now focus on helping to prepare young players for the first team. His own experience of loans and pathways will be an asset in this role, and he is excited to continue the legacy of Manchester United's young players thriving in the first team.