CONFIRMED: Henderson to leave Man Utd with Forest in waiting

Jacque Talbot

27 Jun 2023 10:30 BST
3 min read

Dean Henderson, Man Utd, 2022/23 — © ProShots

Dean Henderson is likely to seal a move to Nottingham Forest this summer window as Manchester United are attempting to sell him on.

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We have been told that the goalkeeper is not in Erik ten Hag’s plans and will be moved on as part of a rebuild.

The goalkeeping situation at Man Utd remains a tricky one - with David de Gea‘s contract extension still on hold.

But irrespective of whether the Spaniard stays for another season, Henderson will be sold.

he Manchester Evening News revealed last month Henderson was informed of Forest's intention to buy him after they secured their Premier League survival.

Nottingham Forest like Henderson and intend to offer but won’t pay over the odds. It’s thought a deal could be agreed for around £25million.

The goalkeeper is currently recovering from surgery on a thigh strain, an injury that has seen him out of action since the start of the year.

He spent last season on loan at the City Ground - where he impressed during the first-half of the season.

Forest are intent on bringing him back in on a permanent basis and will look to do so during this summer window.

Cooper full of praise for Henderson

Steve Cooper remained tight-lipped on the situation ahead of the window opening. "We have all enjoyed working with him," Cooper said last month. "We like his personality, he is a good professional and has a fantastic mentality.

© ProShots - Henderson went in search of game-time

"In terms of whether we will work with him again, it's hard to say. We are grateful for what he has given and what he will still give us. He will still be around and quite visible.

"Our medical team is working with United's over what they want our contribution to be towards his recovery. In terms of support, he will be with us until the end, which is what he would want.

"We have a good working relationship with United and communication. It is still fresh after the surgery for what his recovery plan will be. We wish him well."