Former Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson might be closing in on a new club
Former Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson's days in the Saudi Pro League appear to be numbered, according to recent reports.
Henderson left for Al Ettifaq in the summer under a cloud after he was publicly criticised for moving to a country with a poor human rights record. The 33-year-old, who was a notable campaigner for LGBTQ+ rights in the UK, claimed he would attempt to change perceptions from the inside but this was not looked upon favourably.
While Henderson has managed to keep his spot in the England team, his performances for Steven Gerrard's club have been criticised with the team languishing in mid-table. With Henderson now claiming to be wanting out of the Saudi project, theECHO has taken a closer look at the current situation surrounding the midfielder.
Souness' two reasons why Henderson wants to leave Saudi Arabia
I feel no sympathy for Henderson
Ajax interest
Jordan Henderson could end up at Ajax, with Fabrizio Romano reporting that the Dutch giants are hoping to strike a deal for the former Liverpool man.
Ajax are said to be one of several clubs waiting for the "green light" from Ettifaq for a move.
Henderson's desperation
At the weekend, the Daily Mail set the ball in motion for Henderson rumours when they suggested the midfielder was 'desperate' to leave Ettifaq and Saudi Arabia. The report claimed he was eager to move back to the Premier League having struggled to settle in the Middle East, with Newcastle United among the clubs mentioned as a potential destination for him.
It is believed his concerns have only been compounded by Ettifaq's poor form. Assistant manager Ian Foster's resignation recently to take on the Plymouth Argyle job is understood to have only pushed Henderson further away from
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