Tom Heaton has sealed his return to Manchester United after leaving Aston Villa.
The keeper has signed a two-year deal at Old Trafford, with an option of a third, rejoining after he left 11 years ago for Cardiff City.
The 35-year-old-old spent 13 years at United as he came through the youth ranks, but was unable to force his way into the first team under Sir Alex Ferguson.
But now he has a second chance to stake a claim in Ole Gunnar Solskjear's side as he becomes their second signing of the summer following the arrival of Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund on Thursday.
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And the goalie insists he isn't coming back to just make up the numbers as he vows to compete for the no.1 jersey with Dean Henderson and David de Gea.
He told Manchester United's official website: "For me to have the opportunity to come back after spending 13 great years here as a kid, it’s an incredible feeling and I’m really, really excited to get started.
“I’m just seeing it as a fantastic opportunity as I still feel I’ve got an awful lot to give and I’ve got the bit between my teeth.
“I’m looking forward to hitting the ground running. I feel in great shape and I’m looking forward to coming in to compete with the other goalkeepers."
Henderson took the no.1 spot off De Gea towards the end of last season as the Spaniard's form dipped as Solskjaer handed the youngster some valuable first-team experience following his loan spell at Sheffield United the previous year.
Heaton barely featured for Dean Smith's men last term as he was unable to dislodge Emiliano Martinez, who enjoyed a tremendous year at Villa Park.
