Thoughts/Opinions on bent linkage
 

Hello all, I see some semi-related posts but wanted a second opinion. I have a slightly bent linkage on my manual trans (see image). Trans feels fine and all that but know that a slightly misaligned force will lead to a fatigue failure over time, is this something I should get fixed? A replacement part isn't something I want to spend $180 on (like THIS)
Let me know what you guys think, never had an issue like this on any other vehicle.

Thank you!
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