Manchester United seems to be planning a goalkeeping reshuffle this summer, with David de Gea down to the second choice.
The Spaniard's earnings are too high for him to sit as a backup, so he would almost certainly be sold or loaned out.
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Contracts for Sergio Romero, Lee Grant, and Joel Pereira are all due to expire, implying that United will be searching for a potential backup to Dean Henderson.
Sam Johnstone, Paul Pogba's longtime United Youth Cup-winning teammate, just departed the club in 2018, following seven previous loan periods. David de Gea is at his best right now.
His results for West Brom this season have been excellent, he caused United problems at Old Trafford, and he was recently called up to the England squad. However, the Baggies seem to be relegated, sitting in the 19th position at the table.
According to ESPN, Johnstone is mindful of United's concern and will be willing to move to Old Trafford.
Despite the reality that he will be "just" a backup to Dean Henderson.
There will also be ample games to go around to make a transfer appealing, as shown by the way Henderson and De Gea have rotated this season, as well as Sergio Romero a year ago, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer using his backup as a "cup goalie."
Johnstone would have a choice. ESPN reports that both West Ham and Tottenham are interested.
The lure of returning to Old Trafford may sway Johnstone, but he may also want to consider his England aspirations, having recently been named to Gareth Southgate's squad for the first time in his career.
West Brom is said to list Johnstone at £18 million, but United has a sell-on option that allows them to reduce the charge.
Though Heaton is 35, he is three years younger than Lee Grant and might be willing to provide more if United needs a backup.
According to the Sun, United are interested in Heaton, but he will face rivalry from another of his former clubs, Burnley.
Burnley are also involved in young Red Devils goalie Jacob Carney, who has been impressing this season on loan in Northern Ireland at Portadown
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