Dean Henderson has never been one to shy away from giving his opinion, nor has he ever been uncertain of his own ability. Whether it be during his early years while out on loan with the likes of Grimsby and Shrewsbury, or upon his emergence with Sheffield United and his breakthrough to the England squad, he has always had one goal in mind: to become Manchester United’s No.1.
That aim has suffered a major setback over the past year, with Henderson forced to watch on as David de Gea re-established himself in the Reds’ goal.
Still, with Erik ten Hag arriving as manager during the summer, there was arguably another opportunity for the 25-year-old to launch a bid to become No.1. ALSO READ: 'I haven't spoken to him since' - Dean Henderson's Erik ten Hag admission after Man United exit We already know from his time at Ajax that Ten Hag is a fan of Henderson’s.
The new United boss attempted to take the goalkeeper on loan in January, only to be pushed back in his efforts. Upon his arrival at Carrington, he might have expected to get an opportunity to see what he missed out on up close.