Nottingham Forest signs Henderson on loan
Nottingham Forest have signed Manchester United goalkeeper Dean Henderson as the England international seek for playing time.
Newly promoted premier league side Nottingham Forest have signed Manchester United goal keeper Dean Henderson on loan.
The England international has joined promoted Forest in search of regular first-team football, having flourished between the sticks during previous loan spells at Sheffield United between 2018 and 2020.
Sportscliffs understands that the agreement does not include an option to buy, with Steve Cooper’s side covering his wages for the duration of the loan.
As part of the agreement that was done Henderson will not be able to play against his parent club Manchester United.
Following the loan deal Henderson 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.”
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.”