Edwin van Der Sar could retire at the end of the season and Manchester United are already preparing contingency plans. The 40-year-old, whose deal runs out at the end of the season, is yet to begin talks over extending his current football contract.
Edwin van Der Sar was granted a two-month leave midway through last season as his wife was serious ill. She has since recovered but needs treatment in the Netherlands, which is believed to be a key reason behind the goalkeeper’s expected departure.