Ajax coach John van ‘t Schip has publicly acknowledged the club’s interest in acquiring Jordan Henderson, the former Liverpool captain.
Earlier this week, sources informed ESPN that Henderson, currently unsettled in Saudi Arabia, is being pursued by Ajax, as well as teams from the Premier League and Bundesliga.
Van ‘t Schip, speaking before the Eredivisie match against Go Ahead Eagles, confirmed ongoing discussions regarding a potential transfer.
“There is serious talk going on with Henderson,” Van ‘t Schip said. “He still has some things to arrange in Saudi Arabia.
“It could be a nice match. It’s no secret that we could really use that type of player. Other guys can benefit from that.”
Despite Ajax’s interest in signing Jordan Henderson, a source informed ESPN that Al Ettifaq might not be eager to allow the experienced midfielder to leave, considering he joined just a few months ago.
Henderson, 33, made the move to the Saudi Pro League from Liverpool in July 2023 after a successful 12-year stint at Anfield. Al Ettifaq is hesitant about his departure, as it could impact both the club’s and the league’s reputation.
While Ajax is open to a transfer with a modest fee, they are not enthusiastic about a loan arrangement, recognising that Henderson’s transfer value may decrease due to his age.
If an agreement cannot be reached with Al Ettifaq within the next two weeks, Ajax may explore alternative options to reinforce their midfield.
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