Jordan Henderson Set to Join Saudi Arabian Side Al Ettifaq
The news of Jordan Henderson’s potential move to Saudi Arabian side Al Ettifaq has been a fast-developing story. According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, the Liverpool FC captain has accepted the offer and held talks with Jurgen Klopp on Thursday morning. Reports indicate that Henderson has been offered around £700,000 PER WEEK in wages, on a three-year contract.
Henderson’s Acceptance of Offer
It is reported that Henderson has a contract agreed and a verbal agreement to join Steven Gerrard’s side in the Middle East. However, while Henderson has reportedly accepted the personal terms, he has two years left on his current Reds’ contract and therefore Al Ettifaq must now agree a price with Liverpool. Romano writes that “Deal now depends on Liverpool and Al Ettifaq discussing on the fee, no chance to let him leave for free.”
Liverpool’s Fee Expectations
Thus far, Liverpool haven’t received an offer from the Saudi side, but several Merseyside-based journalists have claimed that the club will want in the region of £20 million for their skipper. Paul Joyce writes in the Times that “Liverpool would seek a fee in the region of £20 million should the player look to move on.” Sky Sports’ Melissa Reddy reports similarly, saying: “Liverpool would expect around double the £10m fee being reported […] given the two years left on his contract, his status as club captain and England international. Al Ahli’s £30m valuation of Riyad Mahrez would be a reference point.”
Jordan Henderson’s Accomplishments at Liverpool
No player in Liverpool history has lifted as many different trophies as Henderson has as captain, having won the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup, League Cup, Super Cup and Club World Cup. He joined Liverpool from Sunderland in 2011 for £16 million, and has made 492 appearances for the club.
Conclusion
Jordan Henderson’s potential move to Saudi Arabian side Al Ettifaq is a fast-developing story. While Henderson has reportedly accepted the personal terms of the offer, Liverpool must now agree a fee with Al Ettifaq before any move can be made. It is reported that Liverpool will want in the region of £20 million for their skipper, given his two years left on his contract, his status as club captain and England international. No player in Liverpool history has lifted as many different trophies as Henderson has as captain, making him a valuable asset to any team.