Jonny Evans again featured for Manchester United in Sunday's preseason draw with Athletic Bilbao in Dublin.
The Ulsterman has impressed on and off the pitch in preseason at United, where he is contracted to the end of the month.
Evans is waiting to hear from United about whether they intend to extend his deal into the new season.
However, Belfast sources say United manager Erik ten Hag is keen to keep hold of the defender, especially if Harry Maguire chooses to depart.
The 35 year-old became a free agent at the end of last season after coming off contract at Leicester City.