Summary
Jordan Henderson, an England midfielder, discussed his challenging experiences after leaving Liverpool for Saudi Arabia in 2023. Criticized for moving to a country with laws against same-sex relationships, he later joined Ajax and expressed regret for hurting the LGBTQ+ community. Henderson is now back in the Premier League with Brentford and the England squad.
Key Facts
- Jordan Henderson left Liverpool in 2023 to play for Al-Ettifaq in Saudi Arabia.
- Saudi Arabia has laws that make same-sex relationships illegal.
- Henderson was a known supporter of LGBTQ+ rights and apologized for his move.
- He later transferred to Ajax and returned to the Premier League with Brentford.
- Henderson was not selected for Gareth Southgate's Euro 2024 squad.
- He is currently part of England's squad under manager Thomas Tuchel.
- Henderson has played in 85 matches for England since his debut in 2010.
