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From Saudi to Ajax: Jordan Henderson's Rollercoaster Journey

Ajax - Al-Ettifaq - Jordan Henderson - LGBTQ+ community - Liverpool - Saudi Pro League - Sepp van den Berg

Discover the highs and lows of Jordan Henderson's move from Saudi Arabia to Ajax, including record-breaking shirt sales and heartfelt apologies to the LGBTQ+ community.

Jordan Henderson's recent transfer from Al-Ettifaq in the Saudi Pro League to Ajax has caused quite a stir in the football world. The England midfielder described his move as a 'football decision', acknowledging the challenges that can arise when changing clubs. Despite facing difficulties during his short spell in Saudi Arabia, Henderson expressed his excitement for the 'perfect opportunity' that Ajax presents.

Since joining Ajax, Henderson has broken records with his jersey becoming the fastest-selling in the club's history, highlighting the immediate impact he has made in Amsterdam. On a more personal note, Henderson apologized to the LGBTQ+ community for any hurt caused by his transfer from Liverpool to Al-Ettifaq, showing a sense of accountability and respect.

In a surprising turn of events, Henderson hinted at regrets over his move to Saudi Arabia during his unveiling at Ajax, indicating a candid reflection on the past months. The midfielder also discussed the financial aspects of his transfers, emphasizing that his decisions were not solely driven by monetary gains.

In a twist of fate, former Liverpool player Sepp van den Berg's discussions with Ajax before Henderson's arrival shed light on potential movements within the football world. This behind-the-scenes insight adds depth to the interconnected nature of player transfers and club negotiations.

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Ajax move a football decision - Henderson (BBC Sport)

Jordan Henderson says his move to Ajax from Saudi Pro League side Al-Ettifaq is a "football decision", adding that "sometimes these things don't work".

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Jordan Henderson: Ajax sign England international after midfielder ... (Sky Sports)

Jordan Henderson has signed for Dutch side Ajax; the move comes just six months after a high-profile move to Al Etiffaq; Henderson cut ties with the Saudi ...

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Jordan Henderson's Ajax shirt is the fastest-selling in club's history (Daily Mail)

Just days after making his move from Saudi side Al-Ettifaq, the Sunderland-born midfielder has broken records already in Amsterdam.

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Jordan Henderson opens up on six months of difficulty after ... (The Independent)

The England midfielder has signed a two-and-a-half-year deal with the Amsterdam outfit after Saudi club Al-Ettifaq agreed to terminate his contract.

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Henderson: 'Difficult year' for him and new club Ajax (FRANCE 24)

England midfielder Jordan Henderson admitted Friday it had been a tough period both for him following his controversial move to Saudi Arabia, and for new ...

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Jordan Henderson Joins Ajax After Terminating Ettifaq Contract (Sports Illustrated)

Jordan Henderson has joined Ajax on a two-and-a-half-year contract after ending his short spell in Saudi Arabia. Henderson terminated his Al-Ettifaq ...

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Former Liverpool player Jordan Henderson moves to Ajax after Al ... (ITV News)

The player has joined Ajax on a two-and-a-half-year deal after Al-Ettifaq agreed to terminate his contract. | ITV News Granada.

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'I've never tried to hurt anybody': no regrets for Henderson on Ajax ... (The Guardian)

Player defended his Saudi Pro League move after criticism from LGBTQ+ fans and insisted he did not leave Al-Ettifaq over sportswashing concerns.

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Jordan Henderson hints at regrets after leaving Saudi Arabia for Ajax (The Independent)

The failure of Henderson's move to Saudi Arabia has not only negatively affected his reputation but also that of the country's football league.

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Jordan Henderson sees Ajax move as 'perfect opportunity' after ... (The Independent)

Henderson has signed a two-and-a-half-year deal.

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Jordan Henderson apologises for any hurt caused by Saudi move ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

Henderson moved to Al-Ettifaq from Liverpool on a three-year contract last summer, and his decision to go to Saudi Arabia, where same-sex relationships are ...

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Jordan Henderson: Former Liverpool midfielder insists finances not ... (Sky Sports)

Jordan Henderson joined Ajax on a free transfer when Al Ettifaq agreed to end his three-year deal after just six months; reports suggested Henderson would ...

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Jordan Henderson opens up on six months of difficulty after ... (Yahoo Eurosport UK)

The England midfielder has signed a two-and-a-half-year deal with the Amsterdam outfit after Saudi club Al-Ettifaq agreed to terminate his contract.

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Jordan Henderson hints at regrets after leaving Saudi Arabia for Ajax (beIN SPORTS AUSTRALIA)

The failure of Henderson's move to Saudi Arabia has not only negatively affected his reputation but also that of the country's football league.

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Henderson hints at regrets after leaving Saudi Arabia for Ajax (The National)

Jordan Henderson hinted at regrets over his move to Saudi Arabia as he was formally unveiled as an Ajax player on Friday.

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Jordan Henderson apologizes to LGBTQ+ community for his short ... (The Independent)

Jordan Henderson has apologized to the LGBTQ+ community that fiercely criticized his transfer from Liverpool to Al-Ettifaq.

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Forgotten Liverpool star admits holding Ajax talks before Jordan ... (Mirror.co.uk)

Sepp van den Berg has made four senior appearances for Liverpool, but the centre-back was sent out to Mainz on loan in the summer in the hope for regular ...

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'I might go' - Liverpool defender hints at exit and reveals Ajax ... (Liverpool Echo)

Liverpool defender Sepp van den Berg has revealed he held transfer talks with Ajax last summer as he eyes future move.

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Jordan Henderson's an Ajax record-breaker already! New No.6 shirt ... (Goal.com)

Jordan Henderson is already breaking records at Ajax, with his No.6 jersey becoming the fastest-selling in the club's long and distinguished history.

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Revealed: Jordan Henderson's Ajax wages as ex-Liverpool ... (Goal.com)

Jordan Henderson has had to take an enormous pay cut in order to bring his Saudi Arabia nightmare to an end.

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