Ex Liverpool Captain Jordan Henderson Explains Why He Ditched Premier League for Saudi Arabia

• Jordan Henderson has revealed why he left Liverpool for Saudi Arabia's Al-Etiffaq
• The English midfielder joined the Saudi Pro League side in a lucrative summer deal
• He will begin his campaign on August 14 at home versus Cristiano Ronaldo's Al-Nassr

Former Liverpool captain, Jordan Henderson, has provided insight into his decision to trade the Premier League for the Saudi Pro League.

Concluding his illustrious 12-year tenure at Anfield, the midfielder joined the ranks of esteemed EPL stars venturing to the Middle East this summer.

The English international secured a lucrative contract with Al-Etiffaq, leading to a reunion with another Liverpool legend, Steven Gerrard, who swiftly transitioned back into management after his departure from Aston Villa.

During their time at Anfield, Henderson and Gerrard enjoyed a four-season partnership, not only for Liverpool but also as representatives of the Three Lions in Euro 2012 and the 2014 World Cup.

How Manchester United Could Line Up Against Real Madrid in US Friendly

Football

This shared experience fostered a remarkable bond beyond the football pitch, per GOAL.

In response to inquiries about his unconventional move from Europe to Saudi Arabia, the 33-year-old conceded that the chance to collaborate with his former Liverpool teammate was an irresistible proposition.

"Stevie was a big reason obviously why I came," he told BeanymanSports as quoted by SportBIBLE. "To work with him and play under him. We need to be ready in the first week or so for the first game, but I'm sure we will be. We've had some good training sessions."

With this new chapter, Henderson is poised to launch the season with renewed determination and vigour.

"So hopefully, we can keep moving things in the right direction and definitely work together to try to make the team better and more successful," he added.

Henderson meets ex-Liverpool teammate

Earlier, Sports Brief reported on Henderson meeting his former Liverpool teammate, Sadio Mane, following their respective mega moves to the Saudi Pro League.

When Van Persie showed where his loyalty lies between Arsenal and Man United

Football

The Senegalese forward joined Al-Nassr in the summer transfer window from Bayern Munich, while the midfielder signed with Al Ettifaq under another former Red.

UEFA Champions League-winning teammates, Henderson and Mane, will face each other in Saudi Arabia as foes for the first time since leaving the Premier League.