Henderson seals loan switch to newly-promoted Forest

Goalkeeper Dean Henderson has joined newly-promoted Nottingham Forest on loan from Manchester United.

The 25-year-old stopper has struggled to nail down a starting place for the Red Devils behind No1 David de Gea, making just three appearances last season.

With Forest’s keeper Brice Samba expected to depart this summer, Steve Cooper has secured a temporary switch for the England international.

Cooper said: “Dean is a top-class goalkeeper and he’s hungry for more opportunities to play and to continue to prove himself at the highest level.

“He’s played multiple times in the Premier League but has also experienced the Champions League and international football.

“Again, Dean is someone who has attracted a lot of interest from other clubs and we’re delighted that he has chosen to Nottingham Forest for our return to the Premier League.”

Henderson has pedigree at Premier League level, having starred on loan at Sheffield United during the 2019-20 season as the Blades secured an unlikely ninth-placed finish.

Speaking after sealing the switch, the stopper said: “I’m absolutely delighted to be joining such a fantastic club with an amazing set of fans and a wonderful history. 

“I want to thank the manager and owners at Nottingham Forest for the great opportunity to play for this club in their first season back in the Premier League. 

“I’m really excited to work with everyone at the club from the manager, players and goalkeeper coach Danny Alcock. 

“Finally, just a massive thank you to the fans for the welcome I have received and I can’t wait to celebrate some brilliant moments together this coming season.”

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