LGBTQ+ Rights

Henderson’s Saudi Struggle: Regret Looms Large

Navigating the Saudi Saga: Jordan Henderson's Midfield Misstep Jordan Henderson's high-profile transfer to Al Ettifaq last summer was a move that shocked the football world. The former Liverpool captain and England international was lured to the Saudi Pro League for a new challenge and, of course, a substantial financial package. In an original piece by...

Elliott Stands Up for Henderson After England Jeers

Henderson Finds an Ally in Elliott Amidst Unfair Criticism In the world of football, loyalty and support go a long way, especially when the going gets tough. Harvey Elliott, Liverpool’s prodigious talent, recently stood up for Jordan Henderson following the unwarranted criticism he faced. Henderson, who waved goodbye to Liverpool this summer for Al Ettifaq,...

‘No Bad Blood’, Klopp Shares Truth on Henderson’s Liverpool Exit

Jurgen Klopp Clears the Air On Henderson Interview Comments Klopp's Perspective on Henderson’s Departure Jurgen Klopp has come forward to shed light on Jordan Henderson's recent comments. There seems to have been some confusion, but the Liverpool manager insists there’s absolutely no animosity between the club and Henderson, their erstwhile captain. In an intimate conversation featured in...

Henderson Fallout: The Contradictions of a Man With a Wounded Ego

Jordan Henderson's Saudi Sojourn: A Tale of Choices and Contradictions A Stunning Interview Revealed Liverpool's own midfield maestro, Jordan Henderson, recently granted an interview that seemed to speak of a man grappling with recent choices. At the centre of this discourse is his bold move to Saudi Arabia. Echoes of Loyalty and Distrust Henderson's claim that he never...

Journalist: ‘Jordan Henderson is taking fans for fools’

Matt Dickinson: "Jordan Henderson should admit that Saudi move was for the money" Henderson's Saudi Move Motivation - Money over Morals? Matt Dickinson makes it abundantly clear: "Jordan Henderson should admit that Saudi move was for the money." Drawing from an anecdote where a British golfer regretted not admitting to moving for financial gains, Dickinson writing in The Times;...

Henderson on LGBTQ+ Rights: “I’ve done my bit” – Selective Activism?

The Complex Dance of Allyship: Henderson, Chloe Morgan, and the LGBTQ+ Debate Jordan Henderson has always been more than just a footballer. The Liverpool stalwart and England international has never shied away from using his platform to advocate for social issues, particularly in support of the LGBTQ+ community. Yet, Henderson is quick to clarify that...

Real Reasons Behind Henderson’s Controversial Transfer

The Complexity of Jordan Henderson's Move to Saudi Arabia: A Deeper Dive The Intricacies of a Controversial Transfer When Jordan Henderson, the former Liverpool captain, made the seismic shift to Saudi Arabian Pro League side Al Ettifaq, the football world was left in a state of bewilderment. The move was not just a footballing decision but...

Football and Politics – Uncomfortable Bedfellows in Henderson Deal

Criticism and Support for Henderson Too many words have been written about Jordan Henderson. Even so, it’s crucial to make a point. There is only one reason to criticise the 33-year-old. He went out of his way to support the LGBTQ+ community on a number of occasions. It’s impossible to reconcile this public stance with accepting...

‘Blood money’, Are Liverpool Right To Take Saudi Cash?

Liverpool's Saudi Windfall: Navigating the Ethical Minefield of Modern Football The Henderson Transfer Saga Liverpool fan rage lit ablaze last night following the scathing commentary of Andy Dunn from the Daily Mirror on Jordan Henderson's potential transfer to Al-Ettifaq. Dunn’s view is unambiguous: “If he joins Al-Ettifaq, the only symbol on the new armband of the man...

Liverpool’s Captain Henderson Heads to Al Ettifaq Amid Controversy

The Controversy Surrounding the Transfer In a surprising turn of events, Liverpool has confirmed the sale of their esteemed captain, Jordan Henderson, to Al Ettifaq for a preliminary sum of £12 million. This move comes amidst the summer transfers of 2023, marking a significant change in the Saudi Pro League's landscape. Henderson, a veteran in the...