In recent times, Jordan Henderson made headlines by joining the esteemed Dutch club Ajax after a brief stint with Al-Ettifaq. However, his move to Saudi Arabia, where same-sex activity is considered illegal, has raised concerns, particularly given his previous support for the LGBTQ+ community during his tenure at Liverpool. Henderson, true to his character, took a moment to address these concerns.
"I want to be clear that my beliefs haven't changed, and they never will," affirmed the midfielder. "Six months ago, I stated that if I unintentionally hurt or disappointed anyone, I apologize for that, and I'll apologize again. I haven't changed as a person; I never have."
Known for his vocal support of the LGBTQ+ community at Liverpool, Henderson faced criticism for his move to Saudi Arabia. Despite the brevity of his stay, he chose not to criticize the league and expressed respect for Al-Ettifaq and its people. He emphasized that sometimes in football and life, things just don't work out as planned.
Concerning his reported £700,000-a-week contract and departure after a mere 17 league appearances, Henderson refrained from making negative comments about the league or the clubs involved. He dismissed rumors about tax issues influencing his decision not to return to the Premier League, stating, "Don't believe what you read in the press. It had nothing to do with anything but football."
Eager to make his debut for Ajax, Henderson is currently awaiting his work permit. He expressed his readiness to contribute to the team as soon as possible.
Addressing the criticism and boos he faced from some England fans at Wembley in October, Henderson admitted to being hurt but acknowledged the nature of the situation. He maintains regular contact with England manager Gareth Southgate and keeps the Euros in mind, highlighting the significance of playing for his country.
"I've always got the Euros and England in mind," shared Henderson. "It's a big thing playing for my country, and that's always been the case, no matter where I've played. Ultimately, I've got to do my job on the pitch for Ajax, and then hopefully, I'll be called up for England."
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