Former Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson has confirmed his departure from Ajax Amsterdam amid speculations about a potential return to the English Premier League.
Henderson joined Ajax in the 2024 winter transfer window after spending six months in the Saudi Pro League with Steven Gerrard’s Al Etiffaq.
Following a one-and-half year association, Ajax and Henderson have decided to cut ties after the Dutch giants announced that the experienced England international will not be triggering the one-year extension on his contract.
“I would like to express my immense gratitude to everyone associated with Ajax for giving me the opportunity to represent this incredible institution over the past few years,” Henderson said.
“To play for this club was an honour in itself. To have the privilege of captaining it was even more so. My only regret is that we didn’t deliver more success for the amazing supporters. They deserve to be celebrating major titles again, and I’m sure that time will come soon.
“My family and I were made to feel so welcome, not just by the club but also in the wonderful city of Amsterdam. We will always be grateful for that. Due to the tragic events of last week, and the devastating loss of my former teammate Diogo Jota and his brother André Silva, it doesn’t feel right at this moment to say or do more than share this brief statement.
“However, I am fully aware that I owe this club, my teammates and the supporters a fuller and more personal thank you. I will, of course, do that when the time feels more appropriate. For now, I want to express my appreciation to Ajax once again, as well as everyone I haven’t had the chance to speak to in person yesterday, all of you who make this club so special.”
Reports suggest that several Premier League clubs have tabled offers as Henderson eyes a return to the English top-flight. He made 57 appearances for Ajax, scoring once and providing nine assists.
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