'Nothing but respect for Dean Henderson' - Sheffield United fans react after on-loan Manchester United goalkeeper reveals scars of fan abuse

Dean Henderson this morning opened up on the effect of abuse from fans during Sheffield United’s promotion season to the Premier League.

By Danny Hall

Published 12th Dec 2019, 14:21 BST

Updated 12th Dec 2019, 14:21 BST

Dean Henderson of Sheffield United celebrates with the away fans after the Premier League match at Carrow Road, Norwich. Picture date: 8th December 2019. Picture credit should read: James Wilson/Sportimage

Henderson was falsely targeted with untrue and libellous accusations about his private life, both on the pitch and on social media. But Blades fans were quick to rally around him on Twitter.