Liverpool’s captain is like some mythical creature who should always do what’s right, help those who are lost and be a representative of the historic club’s true values. But what happens if the skipper is tried by a devilish offer? Jordan Henderson has an offer from his former teammate Steven Gerrard, now manager at Saudi Professional League club Al-Ettifaq. And it’s not just any offer. The long-serving midfielder would quadruple his wages in the Middle East and earn around $915,000 per week! And, according to reports in England – he has said yes.Hendo spoke with manager Jurgen Klopp ito discuss his future, but a potential partnership with Anfield great Gerrard, who has recently been installed at the Saudi club, has a strong pull.One of the greatest nights of our lives.Thank you for everything, Jordan Henderson. pic.twitter.com/M9OqwDmXwW— Anfield Edition (@AnfieldEdition) July 13, 2023 The 33-year-old Henderson, who returned to training on Tuesday in outstanding shape following a relentless summer training programme, has been aware of interest from Al Ettifaq for more than two weeks, and there is no question it has given him a huge decision to make. The Saudi club will also have to pay a transfer fee to the Reds, but we can safely say that price wouldn’t be a problem.Klopp has moved strongly in the market to rejuvenate his midfield, with high-profile players Dominik Szoboszlai and Alexis Mac Allister bolstering the German’s options in the middle of the park. However, losing the captain and a leader is going to be a big blow to everyone at Anfield.##NAJAVA_MECA_7367722##Meanwhile, Liverpool’s LGBT supporters’ organisation called Kop Outs protested the sheer possibility of their ally going to a country where being gay is forbidden by law. Henderson has previously earned praise for his vocal commitment to supporting the LGBTQ+ community in football, but it could all change if he signs for Al-Ettifaq.Kop Outs issued a strong statement on the matter.”We are appalled and concerned that anyone might consider working for a #sportswashing operation for a regime where women & LGBT+ people are oppressed & that regularly tops the world death sentence table? We hope that Jordan Henderson proves to be a man of his word and stays true to the values of our club, which so far he has been an absolute embodiment of.’From Anfield to Al Ahly for four times the salary – Bobby Firmino a part of the Saudi boomIf the Saudis can tempt Liverpool’s captain to drop everything any move to the Middle East, they can get pretty much anyone.
