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Neville doubts Henderson can be Man Utd’s goalkeeper for the next 10 years

Gary Neville has cast doubt over Dean Henderson’s claims to being a long-term option for Manchester United, with the Red Devils legend having seen too many young goalkeepers fail to live up to expectations.

As things stand, a 23-year-old custodian at Old Trafford is being lined up to follow David de Gea between the sticks.

United have two international shot-stoppers tied to long-term contracts, with considerable faith still being shown in a proven Spaniard when it comes to filling a No.1 berth.

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Henderson is having to fill back-up duties for now, but a home-grown star is expected to step in at some stage and take on the challenge of filling some iconic boots.