Jonny Evans

Northern Ireland manager Micheal O'Neil watches on during Thursday night's UEFA Nations League game against Luxembourg at Windsor Park

Young Northern Ireland side has more to come, says Michael O'Neill

Trai Hume will captain Northern Ireland in their UEFA Nations League fixture against Luxembourg. PIC: Getty Images

Trai Hume to captain Northern Ireland in Nations League game against Luxembourg

Daniel Ballard ready for the start of Nations League play with Northern Ireland. (Photo by Arthur Allison/Pacemaker Press)

​Daniel Ballard 'step up now and fill the void' call after Jonny Evans exit

Northern Ireland's Shayne Lavery relaxed during media duties at The Culloden Hotel. (Photo by Arthur Allison/Pacemaker Press)

Shayne Lavery back smiling after 'past year was tough'

Paddy McNair during a Northern Ireland training session on Monday. (Photo by Philip Magowan/Press Eye)

Northern Ireland's Paddy McNair: 'I’m not going to America for a holiday'

Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill has tipped Jonny Evans (pictured) for a future managerial role

NI boss Michael O'Neill tips former international for managerial role

BELFAST, NORTHERN IRELAND - JUNE 12, 2022: Jonny Evans of Northern Ireland reacts after the UEFA Nations League League C Group 2 match between Northern Ireland and Cyprus at Windsor Park (Photo by Charles McQuillan/Getty Images)

'Thank you for all you have done for our wee country'

Jonny Evans announced his international retirement on Wednesday. PIC: PA

Michael O’Neill not surprised by Jonny Evans’ Northern Ireland retirement

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill. (Photo by PA)

Michael O'Neill names Northern Ireland squad for UEFA Nations League fixtures

Jonny Evans had been hailed as one of Northern Ireland's greatest players by manager Michael O'Neill after the defender announced his retirement from international football

Michael O'Neill pays tribute to retiring NI great Jonny Evans

Northern Ireland captain Jonny Evans has announced his retirement from international football

Northern Ireland's Jonny Evans announces retirement from international football

Northern Ireland international Jonny Evans reacts after missing in the penalty shoot-out for Manchester United during the FA Community Shield at Wembley Stadium against Manchester City. (Photo by Nick Potts/PA Wire)

Jonny Evans penalty pain as Manchester United lose Community Shield to Man City

Manchester United's Jonny Evans is challenged by Cyriel Dessers during the pre-season friendly match at the Scottish Gas Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh

Over 55,000 watch on as Man Utd beat Rangers at Murrayfield

Lille teenager Leny Yoro has been linked to Manchester United as a transfer target. (Photo by Sameer Al-Doumy/AFP)

Jonny Evans could soon have an addition to Manchester United's centre-back club

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag. (Photo by Martin Rickett/PA)

Erik ten Hag wants more from Man United after pre-season defeat to Rosenborg

Jonny Evans has signed a new Manchester United contract. PIC: Manchester United

Jonny Evans signs new one-year contract with Manchester United

Jonny Evans has signed a new one-year contract to extend his career with Manchester United.

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Northern Ireland’s Aaron Donnelly, Conor Bradley, Shea Charles and Pierce Charles heading into training on Monday ahead of facing Andorra. (Photo by William Cherry/PressEye)

Michael O'Neill's Northern Ireland 'expectation' warning for Andorra friendly

Northern Ireland’s Conor Bradley after the final whistle in Saturday’s International Friendly against Spain at the at Son Moix Stadium, Palma. PIC: William Cherry/Presseye

Spain loss will help Northern Ireland’s learning curve – Conor Bradley

Steven Davis (left) says he would love to see Jonny Evans prolong his career for both club and country as his contract runs out at Manchester United this summer

Steven Davis advises Jonny Evans to keep playing for as long as possible

Northern Ireland’s Jonny Evans before a training session at the Son Moix Stadium ahead of facing Spain on Saturday. (Photo by William Cherry/Presseye)

Northern Ireland's Jonny Evans clear on praise for 'top-class' Erik ten Hag

Manchester United's Jonny Evans (left) and Manchester United's Rasmus Hojlund celebrate with the FA Cup trophy after the 2024 Emirates FA Cup final at Wembley. Photo: Nick Potts/PA Wire.

Jonny Evans FA Cup final success down to 'hard work and dedication'

Northern Ireland's Jonny Evans lifts the FA Cup trophy after success at Wembley on Saturday for Manchester United against Manchester City. (Photo by John Walton/PA Wire)

Jonny Evans' Erik ten Hag praise: 'On a personal level he’s been amazing for me'

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill insists Paddy Lane declined the opportunity to be called-up for next month's friendlies against Spain and Andorra

Michael O'Neill comments on Paddy Lane's decision to refuse call-up

Pierce Charles has received his first call-up to the Northern Ireland senior squad

Six changes made to Northern Ireland squad for upcoming friendlies

Manchester United players react in the 4-0 loss to Crystal Palace. (Photo by PA Photo)

Erik ten Hag calls Manchester United loss 'definitely the worst defeat'

Jonny Evans has returned to Manchester United training for their clash against Chelsea in the Premier League

Jonny Evans set to return to aid Man United's defensive options

Northern Ireland's Eoin Toal (left) will have another chance to add to his international caps in the absence of injured Manchester United defender Jonny Evans (right)

Eoin Toal eyes regular place in Northern Ireland's defence

Eoin Toal is determined to seize his opportunity to establish himself in Michael O'Neill's Northern Ireland side.

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Liverpool's Conor Bradley returns to the Northern Ireland squad after missing all six Euro 2024 qualifiers in the autumn with a stress fracture in his back

Conor Bradley returns to Northern Ireland squad but Jonny Evans ruled out

Northern Ireland international Jonny Evans was pleased by Manchester United's hard-fought, morale-boosting point at Liverpool on Sunday as Erik ten Hag's men blocked out the memories of last season's 7-0 Anfield annihilation. (Photo by Andrew Milligan/PA Wire).

Jonny Evans reflects on 'enjoyable' side to Man United's Anfield draw

Manchester United's Jonny Evans after the UEFA Champions League, Group A match at Old Trafford, Manchester. PIC: Martin Rickett/PA Wire.

Jonny Evans ‘kicking himself’ over CL exit as Man United turn focus to Liverpool

Northern Ireland international Jonny Evans on club duty for Manchester United. (Photo by Liam McBurney/PA Wire)

Manchester United injury update confirms Jonny Evans out for Northern Ireland

Erik ten Hag said Jonny Evans will miss the game against Luton due to injury

Northern Ireland could be without Jonny Evans for upcoming European qualifiers

Manchester United's Jonny Evans dejected during the derby defeat to Manchester City on Sunday at Old Trafford. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Jonny Evans message Manchester United must 'move on'

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill during Tuesday’s UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifier against Slovenia at the National Football Stadium at Windsor Park, Belfast. PIC: William Cherry/Presseye

Michael O’Neill wants Shea Charles to learn from dismissal on frustrating night

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill pictured during last night's defeat to Slovenia at Windsor Park

Michael O'Neill insists captain Jonny Evans should be fit for Man United duty

It was a night of frustration in Belfast on a number of fronts for captain Jonny Evans and the Northern Ireland squad as Slovenia left Windsor Park with a 1-0 win. (Photo by Colm Lenaghan/Pacemaker)

Michael O'Neill view 'ultimately the free-kick decides the game'

Northern Ireland captain Jonny Evans during training ahead of the Euro 2024 qualifying clash with Slovenia at The National Stadium at Windsor Park. (Photo by Colm Lenaghan/Pacemaker)

Jonny Evans 'in a good place' for Northern Ireland and Manchester United

Loughgall supporters backing the club across this season's Sports Direct Premiership programme. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker)

WATCH: Loughgall's dream story celebrated with visit by BBC for 'Football Focus'

Jonny Evans waves to fans on the pitch after the English Premier League football match between Burnley and Manchester United at Turf Moor in Burnley. PIC: PAUL ELLIS/AFP via Getty Images

Jonny Evans: 200th Man United appearance was one of the best nights of my life

Jonny Evans of Manchester United waves to the fans at full time during the Premier League match between Burnley FC and Manchester United at Turf Moor in Burnley, England. (Photo by Matt McNulty/Getty Images)

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag hails ‘massively important’ Jonny Evans

Northern Ireland players training in the Astana Arena ahead of facing Sunday's Euro 2024 qualifier against Kazakhstan. (Photo by Jonathan Porter/PressEye)

Michael O'Neill highlights 'natural evolution' in Northern Ireland squad

Northern Ireland captain Jonny Evans. PIC: Anze Malovrh

Jonny Evans admits he ‘wasn’t up to scratch’ in Northern Ireland defeat

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill applauds the travelling fans following defeat against Slovenia

Michael O'Neill says defensive mistakes cost Northern Ireland dear

Northern Ireland's Shea Charles, Dion Charles and Jonny Evans look dejected during the Euro 2024 qualifier against Slovenia at the Stozice Stadium, Ljubljana after losing 4-2

Northern Ireland's Euro 2024 dream in tatters after Slovenia defeat

Conor Washington hopes he can make a big impression for Northern Ireland against Solvenia

Conor Washington hoping to be goal hero for Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill during a press conference at Stadium Stožice, Ljubljana, ahead of their Euro 2024 Qualifier match against Slovenia on Thursday

Michael O'Neill believes Northern Ireland can overcome Solvenia challenge

Arsenal's Declan Rice celebrates in victory over Manchester United. (Photo by John Walton/PA Wire)

Erik ten Hag frustrated by decisions in Manchester United’s defeat at Arsenal

Manchester United have confirmed that Jonny Evans has signed a one-year deal at the club

NI international Jonny Evans re-joins Manchester United on one-year deal

Northern Ireland’s Jonny Evans could be set to extend his stay with Manchester United. PIC: Colm Lenaghan/Pacemaker

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag keen to keep Jonny Evans at Old Trafford

Manchester United’s Jonny Evans applauds the fans after a pre-season friendly match. The Northern Ireland international joined on a short-term deal to cover United’s pre-season fixtures in July

Manchester United keen to sign Jonny Evans on permanent basis

Northern Ireland captain Steven Davis who is currently sidelined with an ACL injury

Steven Davis 'thankful' for getting the best recovery treatment at Rangers

Northern Ireland international Jonny Evans in 2012 during his first spell at Manchester United. (Photo by Matthew Peters/Manchester United via Getty Images)

Jonny Evans in shock return to Manchester United

Northern Ireland manager Micheal O’Neill during Sunday’s training session at the National Stadium at Windsor Park, Belfast before Monday night’s UEFA Euro 2024 qualifier against Kazakhstan

Michael O'Neill clear Northern Ireland youngsters 'have to start to believe'

Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill is dealing with an injury crisis.

Michael O'Neill more concerned with injury crisis than Euro 2024 qualification

Northern Ireland manager Michael O’Neill offers consolation to Callum Marshall after the striker had a debut goal ruled out by VAR in the 1-0 loss to Denmark.

Michael O'Neill reflects on 'heartbreaking' VAR call for Callum Marshall and NI