Jordan Henderson has reached an settlement with Al-Ettifaq to have his contract terminated, in accordance with David Ornstein of The Athletic.
The 33-year-old left Liverpool final summer season in fairly controversial circumstances to affix the Saudi membership. His alternative of vacation spot was strongly criticized within the British press as a result of his earlier efforts to assist the LGBTQ+ neighborhood of their combat for equality. On the time, Henderson defended his choice, saying that his intention was to assist construct the membership and the league, in addition to to work with former teammate Steven Gerrard who apparently wished him there very a lot. Nevertheless, it appears he has backtracked on these phrases solely a few months later.
The previous Liverpool captain is believed to be very near reaching an settlement to affix Ajax, who’ve began to get well after a surprisingly poor begin to the season, with 5 wins and two attracts of their final seven Eredivisie matches.