CONFIRMED Dean Henderson signs season-long loan

[nopigfansintown]

 

[originaltrueblade]

Highly rated youngster....That ends Balckmans return..some will be pleased some not so pleased. Lets hope the lad is indeed as good as they say, look forward to seeing him next season

 

[GrayBlade]

He got in the "EFL Team of the Play offs" : https://www.efl.com/news/2018/may/efl-team-of-the-play-offs/
As well as the League one team of the year.

Absolutely what’s not to like? It’s one big tick from me. Now let’s start filling in a few more slots with similar quality.

 

[BushBlade]

An old blade once told me that it got changed to magnet over time.

So there you have it

Must have been before we beat Rotherham at their place in 1984 then because that was the first time I ever heard it, on the bus back to Sheffield. And it was definitely Magnet that they were singing.

 

[SouthEssexBlade]

An old blade once told me that it got changed to magnet over time.

So there you have it

An even older Rotherham Blade, told me they first sung it and both versions were heard, cos they were normally pissed when singing it and some heard maggots and some heard magnet. The battle ensued, but there were more boozers than splodgers, so magnet it was.

 

[Antonb]

I remember watching him in the playoffs. He looked good. So I'm pleased.

 

[originaltrueblade]

Sounds like a very good signing indeed and he wants to come here....His Tweet says it all...Welcome Dean Henderson

 

[Chief_Froley]

Fucking get in! I've never been able to start a thread on a player that actually gets signed!

 

[georgebernardshaw]

An even older Rotherham Blade, told me they first sung it and both versions were heard, cos they were normally pissed when singing it and some heard maggots and some heard magnet. The battle ensued, but there were more boozers than splodgers, so magnet it was.

Quality, not quantity...

 

[loyalblade95]

More than happy with this, did well for Shrewsbury last year from the highlights I saw.

Despite conceding 2 goals in the PO final I thought he was really good really looking forward to watching him play

 

[Barney]

An even older Rotherham Blade, told me they first sung it and both versions were heard, cos they were normally pissed when singing it and some heard maggots and some heard magnet. The battle ensued, but there were more boozers than splodgers, so magnet it was.

The Blade that told me doesn't drink. He could thus hear the lyrics more distinctly.

 

[originaltrueblade]

You have to assume Blackman wanted to come back as he's not going to find a better club where he'd be first choice. So 2 conclusions...firstly the boss thinks Henderson is better or secondly Blackman was going to cost too much either as a loan fee and/or in wages.

Chris Wilder said
"This is a big one for us you've got to get it right in terms of not only ability but character too and we have no doubt following chats between myself, Dean and Darren Ward, that we've got both"

 

[georgebernardshaw]

I’m appeh..

 

[SouthEssexBlade]

The Blade that told me doesn't drink. He could thus hear the lyrics more distinctly.

I think it might have been more due to the inebriated state of the singers rather than the listeners.

 

[Northyorksblade]

Pah, only 6' 3" Won't be able to take the proverbial with little strikers.

 

[Dutch Blade]

Well, I actually liked Blackman, but Henderson looks like he's quality so I like it.

 

[ChipButtyBlade]

Disagree with that Chippy, I thought that he was outstanding in the POF, I said a the time I’d love us to sign him but didn’t I know that he was with ManU at the time mate. A bit young for a keeper but if he’s good enough he’s old enough.

Some good some bad Gray.......looks a bit George Longish to me.

 

[Barney]

I think it might have been more due to the inebriated state of the singers rather than the listeners.

 

[Booker4]

Ooooh baby


In an interview on the official Manchester United website the former Shrewsbury Town stopper has explained why he chose to join up with the Blades, rejecting the chance to come to Ashton Gate among other places.

A long-standing relationship between Manchester United and Sheffield United appears to have had a large bearing.

“I can’t wait to go there to build on the last season I had at Shrewsbury,” said Dean to ManUtd.com.

“It’s in the division above and showing that progression by going on to the next bigger stage, in front of 30,000 passionate fans at Bramall Lane. I can’t wait to go there and perform and connect with them. I’m sure it will be a successful season.

“Sheffield United are a massive club and it’s a massive city for football. They’ve got that rivalry with Sheffield Wednesday and I’m looking forward to those games coming up as well. I can’t wait to get there and push up the division.”

And specifically, why the move to Sheffield United rather than other clubs such as the Robins?

“There were a hell of a lot of loan clubs and I’m thankful to all of them for coming in,” Dean added.

“But I chose Sheffield United and a manager who has shown trust in me, plus a goalkeeping coach here in Wardy [Darren Ward], and I’m looking forward to learning and hopefully getting better and better.”

United have previously loaned Joe Riley and James Wilson to Sheffield United previously.

“Funnily enough I spoke to Joe last night about the manager,” Dean added. “He spoke really highly of him and, speaking to Chris Wilder, he has come across as really delighted to have me. It was a no-brainer and it gives me the platform to go there, play games and, hopefully, be a key part of the success there next season.

“I like the fact he’s a Sheffield lad and a Sheffield United fan. He is really passionate about where he wants the club to go and he wants hungry, ambitious young players to help him do that. It’s good as I’m an ambitious lad and, hopefully, we’ll hit it off well.”

Wonder if he spoke to James Wilson?! Guessing not! Thank you Joe Riley!

 

[Iron blade]

Alex Notman
Michael Twiss,
James Wilson
Joe Riley
Lee Martin

Not much success so far with the worlds biggest club.

John cofie

 

[SouthEssexBlade]

 

[Booker4]

Some good some bad Gray.......looks a bit George Longish to me.

He pulled off a fantastic save in that match but also remember he flapped at one cross and you could say he could have come for the corner from the first goal, bu saying that, that was a fantastic whipped in corner and he probably thought he couldn't get there in time. He's only 21 so I wouldn't expect him to be without mistakes but we got them from Blackman and Moore as well so it kind of comes with the territory. But he's come with a very decent rep last season and was the League One keeper of the season from the PFA team. Simon Moore also won that and I think Moore still will play a part next season. Overall I'm happy signing Henderson, clearly he was wanted b several clubs so that says a lot.

 

[Rodders]

I’d just like to say:

Never fucking heard of him.

 

[spongebobblade]

It’s got to be Magnet...who’d really fancy a gallon of Maggots FFS.
Whereas after a gallon of Magnet ale I would be well gone

#lightweight

 

[richblade]

18 June
English Football League

Nathan Blissett [Plymouth - Macclesfield] Free

Fraser Franks [Stevenage - Newport] Free

Ben Hall [Brighton - Notts County] Loan

Dean Henderson [Man Utd - Shrewsbury Town] Loan

Jason Holt [Rangers - Fleetwood Town] Loan

Jermaine McGlashan [Southend - Swindon] Free


WTF ?

 

[GrayBlade]

Some good some bad Gray.......looks a bit George Longish to me.

Nooooooooo please don’t even go there.

Seriously, he’s got to have had a decent season to be in the league one team of the year, it’s not like other positions there’s only one place for a keeper, and he must have done well in the play-offs to get the nod in the combined playoff team. He’ll need a bit of TLC from us while he settles in but I really think he’ll do well mate and I say that as a fan of big Jam.

 

[Bladesman]

Great first tweet as a United player:



Edit: Although it's packet not pocket!

 

[Nicolaus_Copernicus]

A big call by CW, and one which he's made nice and early. I can't fault him. 1 required player in, 4 or 5 needed.

DH comes recommended, did very well last season and is seen to have a big future in the game at OT. He's not been sent here to be no. 2.

Sad that it look likes that JB isn't coming back.

 

[GodricBlade]

I feel sorry that this means Blackman won't be back. He looked like he was growing into the side nicely & GLTTL wherever he goes next.
That said, Mr Wilder had played a blinder here in getting the 'keeper sorted early so we get a full pre-season with Hendo.
And I'll forgive the 'pocket' of Woodbines on account of his use of 'Magnet'.
Maggots - for me - just doesn't work. 'Cos none of us has a night out in Sheffield enjoying 8 pints of fly larvae.....

 

[JJ Sefton]

I, for one, am buzzing!

Shrewsbury mate of mine speaks very highly of him.