If he has indeed asked to leave, then I’m not entirely sure how to feel about it. It’s effectively an admission that he knows he won’t be number 1 at United since De Gea has rediscovered his form, which makes me question his hunger? I think 2 goalkeepers pushing each other all the way is very healthy as a football club, and too many big teams have huge drop offs when it comes to first and second choice.
On the other hand, I admire him for wanting to be an undisputed number 1 which he clearly thinks he can be. Being back up/cup games goalkeeper at a big club on his salary is a very comfortable life, so fair play to him for wanting more.
Mostly though, I am encouraged what this means for De Gea. Henderson is getting to spend more time with him than anyone and has a great perspective on where De Geas head is at, so the fact he wants to leave tells me the Spaniard has exactly the mentality we need him to have at the moment.
If Henderson does leave, I hope it’s not to Newcastle. I feel like that club is going to become a bit of a circus.