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 him.” Henderson’s claim a huge rise in salary was not the driving factor for his departure from Liverpool has also been met with scepticism. However, Rodgers believes it is the Saudi Pro League’s strategy, as well as money, that makes it a serious rival to Europe’s top leagues for football’s best talent.

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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 …

Jordan Henderson’s disastrous move to Saudi Arabia provides valuable lessons
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Jordan Henderson’s disastrous move to Saudi Arabia provides valuable lessons

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. A further irony is that a move from Liverpool to Ajax for …

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 …

Will Jordan Henderson ever be paid for his stint in Saudi Arabia?
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Will Jordan Henderson ever be paid for his stint in Saudi Arabia?

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 Jordan Henderson looks set to seal a return …

Jordan Henderson’s Saudi Arabia U-turn can’t save his ruined reputation
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Jordan Henderson’s Saudi Arabia U-turn can’t save his ruined reputation

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. open image in gallery Jordan Henderson’s departure would be expensive for him …

Jordan Henderson has ‘no regrets’ over Saudi Arabia move despite being booed
1 year, 2 months ago

Jordan Henderson has ‘no regrets’ over Saudi Arabia move despite being booed

The Independent  

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Jordan Henderson: ‘If people want to boo me for playing in Saudi Arabia, that’s fine’
1 year, 2 months ago

Jordan Henderson: ‘If people want to boo me for playing in Saudi Arabia, that’s fine’

The Independent  

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Jordan Henderson remains committed to England despite Wembley boos
1 year, 2 months ago

Jordan Henderson remains committed to England despite Wembley boos

The Hindu  

England midfielder Jordan Henderson has reaffirmed his dedication to playing for his country after captaining the side in a 1-0 friendly win over Australia on Friday despite his disappointment at being booed by home fans when substituted. Henderson was named skipper with Harry Kane rested and the 33-year-old, who has joined Saudi Arabian club Al-Ettifaq, played for 62 minutes before …

Jordan Henderson defends move to Saudi Arabia
1 year, 4 months ago

Jordan Henderson defends move to Saudi Arabia

The Hindu  

England midfielder Jordan Henderson has responded to criticism by defending his decision to join a Saudi Arabian club in an interview published by The Athletic on Tuesday. And these possibilities came up before money was even mentioned.” Henderson has been named in England’s squad to play Ukraine in a Euro 2024 qualifier in Poland on Saturday before visiting Scotland in …

Jordan Henderson has given Gareth Southgate a Saudi Arabia problem
1 year, 4 months ago

Jordan Henderson has given Gareth Southgate a Saudi Arabia problem

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. Whereas perhaps the most reviled of his predecessors, Revie, walked out for …

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  

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Southgate understands anger over Henderson’s Saudi move
1 year, 5 months ago

Southgate understands anger over Henderson’s Saudi move

The Hindu  

England manager Gareth Southgate says he understands the criticism directed at Jordan Henderson, a vocal supporter of the LGBT community, following his move to Saudi Arabian club Al-Ettifaq. The influx has taken place despite frequent criticism that Saudi Arabia’s lavish spending amounts to “sportswashing” -- an attempt to shift the focus from its record on human rights. “I think it’s …

England boss Gareth Southgate says it would be 'STUPID' to stop selecting Jordan Henderson after his Saudi move
1 year, 5 months ago

England boss Gareth Southgate says it would be 'STUPID' to stop selecting Jordan Henderson after his Saudi move

Daily Mail  

Gareth Southgate insists it would have been 'stupid' to stop picking Jordan Henderson because of his £12million move to Saudi side Al-Ettifaq. The former Liverpool skipper made the switch after receiving assurances from Three Lions boss Gareth Southgate that the transfer wouldn't impact his place in the England squad. Gareth Southgate believes it would have been 'stupid' to stop selecting …

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 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 …

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 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’s potential Saudi move matters for a lot more reasons than hypocrisy
1 year, 5 months ago

Jordan Henderson’s potential Saudi move matters for a lot more reasons than hypocrisy

New York Times  

Let’s get the obvious part out of the way first. I can’t get my head round it… it is up to all of us — players and supporters alike — to get that message across as powerfully and as often as we can.” Now, however, to borrow Henderson’s own words, those “small-minded” people may become his new paymasters, because he …

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 …

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