Jordan Henderson has reunited with former Liverpool teammate Steven Gerrard. Photo: Neil Sullivan. Saudi Arabian club Al-Ettifaq drew condemnation from LGBT people. groups who claim he has «lost the respect» of the community he stood for.
Henderson's transfer from Liverpool was accompanied by a farewell video and tribute to his 12 years at Anfield by teammates and manager Jürgen Klopp. But the controversy over his appointment was not ignored by those who were unhappy with his decision.
Henderson actively supported gay rights. But homosexuality is punishable by death in Saudi Arabia, and the state is accused of many human rights violations.
Pride in Football, LGBT Network+ group of fans, the statement said: “When you see someone who was an ally publicly transfers to a club in a country where LGBT+ people get attacked and put in jail, it's disappointing.
«Good luck to you in Saudi Arabia, Jordan, but you have lost the respect of so many people who appreciated and trusted you.»
Thomas Hitzlsperger, a former midfielder for Aston Villa and Everton, was devastating about Henderson's support for LGBT people. troubles so far, tweeting, “So Jordan Henderson is finally moving to Saudi Arabia. Fair play for him, he can play wherever he wants.
“Curious to see what the new JH brand will look like. The old one is dead! For a while, I really believed that his [rainbow emoji] community support would be sincere. Silly me…”
Does anyone want a cup of tea? ☕#Ettifaq pic.twitter.com/4uXCSdHe24
— Ettifaq Club (@Ettifaq_EN) July 27, 2023
Klopp did not refer to the controversial destination.
Henderson decided to leave after learning that he would be a substitute midfielder this season, although as a senior professional he would still be active next year.
Liverpool also received £12. a millionth fee to a highly paid 33-year-old man whose peak is already behind.
«I know it was a very, very difficult decision for Hendo and I was next to or next to him all the time,» Klopp told club media Liverpool.
“It's sad, absolutely weird, because he's the only captain I've had here at Liverpool, but I think it's also interesting for him. We will miss him, without a shadow of a doubt, this is clear — as a person and as a player. But like I said, it's football.
«In the future, when people look back, they will realize that Jordan Henderson was the captain of (our) most successful team.»
Between However, Fabinho is not expected to join Liverpool's pre-season tour of the Far East as his £40m move to Al Ittihad has been resolved.
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