Jordan Henderson is keen on returning to the Premier League in a shock move that would see him let go of millions of pounds in tax and lost wages.
Henderson has found it hard to acclimatize to the Saudi Pro League, since joining Al Ettifaq on July 27, 2023, for a fee of €14 million.
Reports indicate that Jordan Henderson and Al Ettifaq will vet any deal the club receives in the 2024 January transfer window.
The Englishman's problems have been aggravated by Al Ettifaq's poor form, which has seen boss Steven Gerrard come under intense pressure due to the side's long list of failures in recent weeks.
Al Ettifaq have failed to win any of their last eight matches dating back to November 2023.
The Pro League club also witnessed the exit of assistant manager Ian Foster, who resigned the previous week to join Championship club Plymouth Argyle as manager.
Gerrard and Forster were both instrumental in luring Jordan Henderson to the Saudi Pro League.
Ian Foster began his career in management at Liverpool's academy and previously at the English FA, which has made him gain grounds in English football.
Jordan Henderson has struggled with adapting to a different lifestyle and has also found it difficult to cope with the heat and humidity of Saudi Arabia.
Shockingly, some reports are also claiming that Al Ettifaq's average attendance of 7,800 in a 35,000-capacity stadium hasn't inspired him enough to give his best.
Following his move to the Saudi Pro League last summer, Henderson was bombarded with criticisms of apparently betraying the LGBTQ+ community.
That has also affected him, with him reportedly scrutinizing his options before embarking on a short holiday during the Saudi Pro League's winter holiday.
Reports indicate that Jordan Henderson is really to let go of the enticing financial incentives in the Saudi Pro League to return to the Premier League, where he is more comfortable.
The Englishman is willing to take a significant pay cut to make that come to fruition.
Henderson reportedly earns over €700,000 per week and he is afforded the freedom of not paying tax from the salary if he honors the first two years of his contract.
Saudi Arabia runs a tax system of 20% per earnings and that will see Jordan Henderson part with €7 million if he exits the club without honoring the first two years of his contract.
Crystal Palace, Fulham, and Newcastle United are said to be interested in signing a central midfielder this summer and the 33-year-old could come in as a stop-gap option.
Jordan Henderson has made 29 appearances for Al Ettifaq, scoring no goal and providing 5 assists in all competitions.
Henderson has played for several clubs in his career, including; Coventry City and Sunderland.
Henderson has found it hard to acclimatize to the Saudi Pro League, since joining Al Ettifaq on July 27, 2023, for a fee of €14 million.
Reports indicate that Jordan Henderson and Al Ettifaq will vet any deal the club receives in the 2024 January transfer window.
The Englishman's problems have been aggravated by Al Ettifaq's poor form, which has seen boss Steven Gerrard come under intense pressure due to the side's long list of failures in recent weeks.
Al Ettifaq have failed to win any of their last eight matches dating back to November 2023.
The Pro League club also witnessed the exit of assistant manager Ian Foster, who resigned the previous week to join Championship club Plymouth Argyle as manager.
Gerrard and Forster were both instrumental in luring Jordan Henderson to the Saudi Pro League.
Ian Foster began his career in management at Liverpool's academy and previously at the English FA, which has made him gain grounds in English football.
Jordan Henderson has struggled with adapting to a different lifestyle and has also found it difficult to cope with the heat and humidity of Saudi Arabia.
Shockingly, some reports are also claiming that Al Ettifaq's average attendance of 7,800 in a 35,000-capacity stadium hasn't inspired him enough to give his best.
Following his move to the Saudi Pro League last summer, Henderson was bombarded with criticisms of apparently betraying the LGBTQ+ community.
That has also affected him, with him reportedly scrutinizing his options before embarking on a short holiday during the Saudi Pro League's winter holiday.
Reports indicate that Jordan Henderson is really to let go of the enticing financial incentives in the Saudi Pro League to return to the Premier League, where he is more comfortable.
The Englishman is willing to take a significant pay cut to make that come to fruition.
Henderson reportedly earns over €700,000 per week and he is afforded the freedom of not paying tax from the salary if he honors the first two years of his contract.
Saudi Arabia runs a tax system of 20% per earnings and that will see Jordan Henderson part with €7 million if he exits the club without honoring the first two years of his contract.
Crystal Palace, Fulham, and Newcastle United are said to be interested in signing a central midfielder this summer and the 33-year-old could come in as a stop-gap option.
Jordan Henderson has made 29 appearances for Al Ettifaq, scoring no goal and providing 5 assists in all competitions.
Henderson has played for several clubs in his career, including; Coventry City and Sunderland.