(Football news) Dean Henderson’s transfer to Crystal Palace has been agreed upon. The medical will be finished later today, and the £20 million agreement for the English international will bring him to Selhurst Park.
For Henderson to play frequently and advance in his career, he had to leave Manchester United. He will therefore be happy to have obtained a permanent departure from Old Trafford. The native custodian will now try to restart his career with Crystal Palace by playing regularly.
Dean Henderson the 26-year-old should prove to be a reliable, long-term addition for the Eagles, who were in need of a top custodian. According to reports, Manchester United will receive close to £20 million for the custodian, and they have also negotiated a sell-on percentage into his contract.
Henderson has previously enjoyed successful loan stints with teams like Nottingham Forest and Sheffield United. He will try to continue playing frequently and growing right now. The 26-year-old is without a doubt capable of becoming a top-notch Premier League custodian, and he will work to increase his chances of representing England frequently before UEFA Euro 2024.
Andre Onana has already been acquired by Manchester United, while Altay Bayindir’s hiring is imminent. At Old Trafford, Henderson would have had difficulty getting regular playing time, thus the transfer makes sense for all sides.
He may resolve the goalkeeping position at Crystal Palace for the foreseeable future, and the rumoured £20 million sum seems fair for a goalkeeper of his calibre. In addition, Manchester United will be able to make their own acquisitions thanks to his departure.
In recent weeks, a few midfielders have been associated with them. The deals, however, have not been completed by the Red Devils. Before the summer transfer window closes, the money raised from Henderson’s exit will undoubtedly increase their transfer war chest and assist them bolster their squad.
The move to the London club, on the other hand, will allow Henderson to start a fresh adventure. It will be interesting to watch whether Manchester United regrets letting him go.
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