Trent Alexander-Arnold Pays Tribute to Departing Liverpool Captain Jordan Henderson
Jordan Henderson has confirmed his departure from Liverpool after 12 years with the club, and Trent Alexander-Arnold has paid a heartfelt tribute to the departing captain. The 33-year-old’s goodbye clip was greeted by warm support from across the Liverpool squad, but the right-back was seemingly plotting his own personal display of gratitude.
A Constant Inspiration
In a Twitter post shortly before the announcement of the move, Trent said the following: “Skipper, where do I start? The one constant factor in my career since my debut. My Liverpool and England journey we have been together since day 1. To have shared every dressing room with you is something ill always cherish.
“A constant inspiration to me and the perfect role model on a daily basis, following your lead meant I was always on the right path. You have done so much for me on and off the pitch, more than you will ever know and for that ill never be able to repay you.
“I’ll always be grateful for the support you’ve given me to become a man and a better player. We’ve shared some of the best moments of our lives together, and achieved things we could only dream of as kids. Here’s to the memories we have created.
“Thank you for everything my captain.”
Achievements Together
Alexander-Arnold made his Liverpool debut in 2016 and has played under just one club captain since breaking into the senior team. The pair have enjoyed immense success together on the pitch and have been close friends off it, as the nature of the parting message from the right-back demonstrates.
Henderson and Alexander-Arnold have lifted the Champions League, Premier League, FA Cup, League Cup, Super Cup and Club World Cup together. The 33-year-old’s goodbye clip was greeted by warm support from across the Liverpool squad, but the right-back was seemingly plotting his own personal display of gratitude.
What’s Next for Alexander-Arnold?
Henderson will be hoping to get the chance to play with the 24-year-old again as part of the England squad, but his move to the Saudi Pro League may have thrown the prospect of any future international caps into doubt.
The exits of Henderson and James Milner may also mean Alexander-Arnold has his eye on a step up in responsibility, with the skipper’s armband likely to be handed to Virgil van Dijk but the vice-captaincy seemingly up for grabs.
Conclusion
Jordan Henderson’s departure from Liverpool marks the end of an era for both him and Trent Alexander-Arnold. The pair have enjoyed immense success together on the pitch and have been close friends off it, as evidenced by Alexander-Arnold’s heartfelt tribute to his departing captain. While Henderson will be hoping to get the chance to play with the 24-year-old again as part of the England squad, his move to the Saudi Pro League may have thrown the prospect of any future international caps into doubt.
The exits of Henderson and James Milner may also mean Alexander-Arnold has his eye on a step up in responsibility, with the skipper’s armband likely to be handed to Virgil van Dijk but the vice-captaincy seemingly up for grabs. It remains to be seen what lies ahead for both players, but one thing is certain: their time together at Liverpool will not be forgotten.