In a surprising turn of events, Jordan Henderson, the seasoned English midfielder, has been offered to top European clubs, including Bayern Munich and Bayer Leverkusen, as he looks to exit his six-month stint with Saudi Pro-League side Al-Ettifaq. The move comes amid concerns about his spot in Gareth Southgate’s Euro 2024 squad.
Henderson’s name has been circulated not only in Germany but also among virtually every Premier League club and Serie A powerhouse Juventus. The 33-year-old midfielder is eager to return to European football, citing concerns about the league’s attendances, his lifestyle, and the country’s climate as contributing factors to his decision.
Despite Al-Ettifaq’s firm stance that Henderson is not for sale and the complexities of arranging a loan deal due to his high wages, the midfielder is determined to secure a move back to Europe. Although he has not submitted a formal transfer request, Henderson is reportedly unhappy with his current situation in Saudi Arabia.
Having defended his controversial £12 million move from Liverpool just six months ago, Henderson’s potential departure from Al-Ettifaq has caught many by surprise. With the club languishing in eighth place in the Saudi Pro League, a significant 28 points behind leaders Al-Hilal and winless since October, Henderson’s desire for a European return intensifies as he aims to rejuvenate his career and secure a spot in international competitions.
As the transfer saga unfolds, clubs across Europe are closely monitoring the situation, waiting to see if Jordan Henderson will make a dramatic return to the familiar grounds of European football.
