England manager Gareth Southgate has given his green light to Dean Henderson’s decision to fight for the No.1 place at Manchester United.
Manchester United goalkeeper Dean Henderson found his name on Gareth Southgate’s squad for England’s upcoming UEFA Nations League games against Iceland and Denmark.
The 23-year-old, who has never played for his country before, is looking forward to wear the national shirt for the first time in his career.
Henderson spent the last two seasons on loan at Sheffield United, but recently signed a new five-year deal at Old Trafford and decided to challenge David de Gea for the No. 1 spot at United.
England boss Gareth Southgate has backed the decision of the talented goalkeeper, although it might have a bad impact on his chances to play at the upcoming UEFA Euro next summer.
“I think it’s an opportunity for him really. Of course, he could take another season out and gain another year of Premier League experience but at his age as a goalkeeper you can’t just think about the international situation.
“You are building a career and here’s an opportunity to challenge for the shirt at Manchester United if they are asking him to stay in the building,” DailyMail quoted Southgate.
“If I was him and I had the chance to push to be the Manchester United No 1, then I’d make the same decision he has. He’s got the chance to train every day in front of the manager, to influence him and put David de Gea under pressure for his place.
“I think for his career it’s a logical decision given the number of matches United will have next season.”
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