Manchester United transfer update: Dean Henderson ready to sign new contract with the Reds

Dean Henderson and Manchester United’s negotiations over a new long-term deal for the goalkeeper, who spent a loan spell at Sheffield United over the past season, are now at an advanced stage according to reports.

Four months of talks on a new long-term deal, which will be worth in excess of £100,000-a-week for the 23-year old – making him one of the best-paid goalkeepers in world football is now closing in and would be done in a couple of days.

It also brings quality competition for the coveted No 1 jersey at Old Trafford next season as we look to see the prospect of Henderson and David de Gea going toe to toe.

Henderson posted a goodbye message to Sheffield United fans on Instagram on Wednesday afternoon, bringing to an end any slim chance of a third season at Bramall Lane.

He wrte: “I would like to thank the manager, my teammates, the backroom staff and of course, the fans, who have been unbelievable towards me.

“I will look back at the last two years as an important chapter in my career and more than anything, I’m grateful to have had the opportunity to learn and develop with such a class group of lads.

“I can’t wait for the next chapter! Once again, thank you for everything! Once a Blade, always a Blade!”

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As of now, it is unclear if the England shot-stopper will go back out on loan next season – or whether he will get his wish to battle it out with De Gea.

Up to seven Premier League teams have made it known they are keen to take Henderson on a season-long loan if Ole Gunnar Solskjaer chooses to stick with De Gea.

Henderson’s new bumper contract will likely keep him at Old Trafford well beyond De Gea’s present deal to June 2023, with an option of a further year.

De Gea, over the last 18 months, has managed a comparatively poor performance as United’s number 1 choice, and news of progress on Henderson’s deal is likely to raise questions over the Spaniard’s long-term future at United.

It is unlikely that David De Gea will leave Old Trafford this summer because of his wages of around £375,000 a week.

Meanwhile, it is expected that Sheffield United boss, Chris Wilder, will confirm the arrival of Bournemouth keeper, Aaron Ramsdale, back to Bramall Lane in a deal worth around £18.5m, following the England U21 international’s medical on Wednesday.

The summer transfer window is open and will run for 10 weeks from 27 July 27 and close at 11 pm on 5 October.