Nottingham Forest suffer Man Utd transfer blow as Dean Henderson update emerges

Nottingham Forest appear to have suffered a blow linked to their pursuit of Manchester United goalkeeper Dean Henderson.

Transfers expert Fabrizio Romano reported the Reds are hoping to pull off a loan swoop for the one-cap England international with a view to a permanent £20m transfer. NottinghamshireLive understands the Reds are hoping to complete a transfer, with the suggestion being that Henderson is keen on the move after playing second fiddle to David de Gea.

But contrary to reports earlier in the week, The Athletic claim that there have been no discussions had between Forest and the Red Devils over the possibility of including an option or obligation to buy clause in a deal.

This will come as a blow to Forest fans who would like to see United's James Garner return to the City Ground on loan, because Premier League rules say clubs can only loan two players at any one time - and they cannot be from the same club.

The only way Forest could potentially loan both Henderson and Garner would be if there is a clause inserted to make one of the deals permanent.

If Forest and United are not pursuing a loan move with an option/obligation to buy for Henderson, they would have to negotiate a permanent transfer for Garner.