Liverpool supporters board claim Jordan Henderson's decision to move to Saudi Arabia has caused 'hurt and division' after his previous support to LGBTQ+ fans
1 year, 5 months ago

Liverpool supporters board claim Jordan Henderson's decision to move to Saudi Arabia has caused 'hurt and division' after his previous support to LGBTQ+ fans

Daily Mail  

The Liverpool supporters' board have claimed that Jordan Henderson's decision to move to Saudi Arabia has caused 'hurt and division' amongst fans. Homosexuality is illegal in Saudi Arabia and Henderson's move to Al-Ettifaq has drawn much criticism from supporters, especially those from the Kop Outs supporters' group. The Liverpool supporters' board criticised Jordan Henderson's move to Saudi Arabia The club supporters' board, which was founded in 2022, is made up of 16 members including Paul Amann, Kop Outs chairperson and Jo Goodall, chair of Liverpool's women's supporters club. Henderson had previously received much praise for his support of the LGBTQI+ community Henderson will be playing under Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard after joining Al-Ettifaq 'We are appalled and concerned that anyone might consider working for a #sportswashing operation for a regime where women & LGBT+ people are oppressed & that regularly tops the world death sentence table?

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Jordan Henderson apologizes to LGBTQ+ community for his short-lived Saudi move as he arrives at Ajax
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Jordan Henderson apologizes to LGBTQ+ community for his short-lived Saudi move as he arrives at Ajax

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Jordan Henderson apologized Friday to …

Henderson: It’s been a difficult year for me and new club Ajax
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Henderson: It’s been a difficult year for me and new club Ajax

The Hindu  

England midfielder Jordan Henderson admitted on Friday that it had been a tough period both for him following his controversial move to Saudi Arabia and for new club Ajax, who are enduring a torrid season. “So hopefully we can help each other come together and help each other go forward and try to be as successful as possible in the …

Restoring trust in Jordan Henderson ‘will take some time’ for LGBTQ+ community
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Restoring trust in Jordan Henderson ‘will take some time’ for LGBTQ+ community

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy England midfielder Jordan Henderson should expect “some tough …

Rodgers backs Henderson against ‘morality officers’ over Saudi move
1 year, 4 months ago

Rodgers backs Henderson against ‘morality officers’ over Saudi move

The Hindu  

Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers has called critics of Jordan Henderson’s move to Saudi Arabia “morality officers” after the former Liverpool captain apologised for upsetting the LGBTQ community. “It’s their profession, it’s their life, so they have to do what’s best for them,” Rodgers told talkSPORT radio on Wednesday. “So to go abroad and take on a new challenge clearly suited …

LGBT+ England fans may shun Jordan Henderson for ‘turning his back’ on them
1 year, 4 months ago

LGBT+ England fans may shun Jordan Henderson for ‘turning his back’ on them

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy LGBT+ England fans could turn their backs on …

Jordan Henderson facing biggest backlash of any player lured by Saudi Arabia
1 year, 5 months ago

Jordan Henderson facing biggest backlash of any player lured by Saudi Arabia

Associated Press  

SYDNEY — Jordan Henderson isn’t the first soccer player to follow the money to Saudi Arabia. In the open letter published by the Liverpool Echo newspaper, he added: “Many find this choice unforgivable.” Amnesty International cautions that in Saudi Arabia, members of the LGBT community, including foreigners “risk imprisonment and corporal punishment for same-sex relations, expressing their identity or support …

Liverpool great Jordan Henderson heads to Saudi Arabia to join Al-Ettifaq
1 year, 5 months ago

Liverpool great Jordan Henderson heads to Saudi Arabia to join Al-Ettifaq

Associated Press  

LIVERPOOL, England — Weeks after luring Liverpool great Steven Gerrard to join as manager, Saudi Arabian soccer club Al-Ettifaq signed Jordan Henderson on Thursday. Liverpool confirmed Henderson’s transfer to Al-Ettifaq and noted that he “lifted eight trophies, all but one of which as club captain” during his 12-year spell at Anfield. Klopp’s midfield revamp comes after the club endured a …

Liverpool confirms departure of captain Jordan Henderson to Saudi side Al-Ettifaq
1 year, 5 months ago

Liverpool confirms departure of captain Jordan Henderson to Saudi side Al-Ettifaq

The Hindu  

Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson would leave the club for Saudi Pro-League side Al-Ettifaq, the Premier League side confirmed on Thursday. An emotional farewell from the Reds to the skipper ❤️ pic.twitter.com/F8yBeC7iQW — Liverpool FC July 27, 2023 Henderson spent 12 years at Anfield, making 492 appearances and winning eight major trophies with the Reds. The boss says goodbye to the …

Henderson joins Saudi Pro League club Al-Ettifaq; leaves Liverpool after 12 years
1 year, 5 months ago

Henderson joins Saudi Pro League club Al-Ettifaq; leaves Liverpool after 12 years

The Hindu  

Midfielder Jordan Henderson said farewell to Liverpool fans in a video posted on social media on Wednesday, confirming his departure from the club after 12 years ahead of a reported move to Saudi Arabia’s Al-Ettifaq. The former Liverpool captain will join the Saudi Pro League after Al -Ettifaq paid a fee estimated at 13 million pounds, according to reports. “It’s …

Liverpool supporters’ board ‘very disappointed’ by Jordan Henderson transfer to Saudi Arabia
1 year, 5 months ago

Liverpool supporters’ board ‘very disappointed’ by Jordan Henderson transfer to Saudi Arabia

New York Times  

Liverpool’s supporters’ board has condemned Jordan Henderson’s move to Saudi Arabia and the “hurt and division” it has caused. Henderson’s decision to join former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard at Saudi Pro League club Al Ettifaq has come in for heavy criticism ever since news of a possible transfer emerged earlier this month. Liverpool’s supporters’ board, which was founded in 2022 …

Jordan Henderson films farewell message to Liverpool fans at empty Anfield stadium ahead of Al-Ettifaq move
1 year, 5 months ago

Jordan Henderson films farewell message to Liverpool fans at empty Anfield stadium ahead of Al-Ettifaq move

Daily Mail  

He is joining Al-Ettifaq and underwent his medical in Manchester on Friday Jordan Henderson was spotted filming what appeared to be a farewell message to the Liverpool fans on the Anfield pitch before heading to Saudi Arabia to link-up Steven Gerrard's Al-Ettifaq. Henderson is putting an end his 12-year association with the Premier League giants after making the controversial move …

Liverpool LGBT group say they are 'APPALLED' at Jordan Henderson for considering Saudi Arabia move
1 year, 5 months ago

Liverpool LGBT group say they are 'APPALLED' at Jordan Henderson for considering Saudi Arabia move

Daily Mail  

Henderson is considering a move to Saudi Arabia, where homosexuality is illegal A Liverpool LGBT fan group say they are 'appalled and concerned' by Jordan Henderson reportedly considering a move to Saudi Arabia, where homosexuality is illegal. Jordan Henderson has previously been praised for his support of the LGBT+ community Liverpool LGBT+ group Kop Outs criticised Henderson for considering a …

Jordan Henderson to make decision over Saudi Arabia move in the next 48 hours amid Liverpool doubts
1 year, 5 months ago

Jordan Henderson to make decision over Saudi Arabia move in the next 48 hours amid Liverpool doubts

Daily Mail  

Jordan Henderson will decide in the next 48 hours whether to quit Liverpool and join Steven Gerrard at Al-Ettifaq. Mail Sport exclusively revealed last week that Henderson was a target for the Saudi Pro League club who appointed Gerrard as their new manager earlier this month. Jordan Henderson has been linked with a sensational move to the Saudi Pro-League Steven …

Liverpool’s Jordan Henderson leaning towards accepting offer from Al Ettifaq in Saudi Pro League
1 year, 5 months ago

Liverpool’s Jordan Henderson leaning towards accepting offer from Al Ettifaq in Saudi Pro League

New York Times  

Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson is leaning towards accepting an offer from Saudi Pro League side Al Ettifaq. Steven Gerrard, Henderson’s former Liverpool team-mate, was appointed last week as Al Ettifaq’s new manager and has played a key role in driving the pursuit of the 33-year-old. Henderson’s former Liverpool team-mate Roberto Firmino signed for Al Ahli last week after his contract …

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