January 15th 2024.
Jordan Henderson made the decision to join Al-Ettifaq last summer, leaving behind his former team Liverpool. However, recent reports suggest that he won't be leaving the Saudi Pro League anytime soon. Al-Ettifaq has no plans to sell him in January, despite rumors that he and his family are unsettled in Saudi Arabia and looking to return to the Premier League.
The midfielder's move to Al-Ettifaq was met with controversy, as he reunited with his former teammate Steven Gerrard, who is now the manager of the team. The transfer fee was a whopping £12million. Although there were talks of a possible loan move back to England, it seems unlikely as Henderson is currently earning a staggering £692,000-a-week.
Despite the challenges, Ajax and Juventus have both expressed interest in signing the experienced England international. Henderson himself is hoping for a move back to Europe, as he believes it will keep him in contention for a spot in Gareth Southgate's squad for Euro 2024.
However, it seems that Al-Ettifaq has no intention of letting go of their star player. The Daily Mail reports that the club is determined to keep Henderson and will make it clear to him during their upcoming training camp in Abu Dhabi. The team has no plans to let him go, even with the ongoing pressure on Gerrard as they have gone nine games without a win before the winter break.
On another note, there have been recent developments in the world of football. Ralf Rangnick has opened up about Jadon Sancho's conduct at Manchester United, while Eddie Howe has tipped a Newcastle United star for "incredible things" amid Arsenal transfer links. Borja Mayoral has also responded to Arsenal's interest in signing him, as a Chelsea flop fears being sent back to Stamford Bridge after a disastrous performance. In addition, there are talks of Liverpool targeting a Sunderland star, with Caoimhin Kelleher potentially leaving Anfield.
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