Jordan Henderson, the former Liverpool captain, has been making headlines recently for his alleged row with Ajax. The footy star was reportedly close to signing with French club Monaco after requesting a free transfer from the Dutch giants. But, in typical footy fashion, the story doesn't end there.
Henderson's Heated Exchange
In a recent press conference, Henderson found himself in a heated exchange with a journalist who was probing about the alleged row. The journalist asked Henderson why he wanted to move to Monaco, to which he replied, "Based on what, again? The coach told you that I wanted to go to Monaco because I had a big offer? That's not true. No."
The journalist then asked if it was true that Ajax wanted to sell him. Henderson, clearly frustrated, responded, "Well, they were negotiating so I imagine they did, yeah. They were negotiating a fee. It's not about the details. I'm not giving you details."
The Truth According to Henderson
Henderson was adamant that he knew the truth about what happened and that 99% of what was reported was untrue. He also refuted claims that head coach Francesco Farioli had to convince him to stay. Henderson stated, "It wasn't him and he didn't need to convince me. Nobody convinced me. Again, you're going into the detail. It's not about the detail."
Farioli Backs Henderson
Despite the drama, Farioli confirmed that Henderson is still the captain of Ajax. He said, "Yes, he is the captain of Ajax. Why should I lose an important player, a key player as he is? There's no reason. I think he's showing his character, his leadership. The armband is just a piece you're wearing, nothing more than that."
Henderson's Journey to Ajax
Prior to joining Ajax in January 2024, Henderson had a difficult spell in Saudi Arabia with Al Ettifaq. His contract was mutually terminated by the Saudi Pro League side. Since then, he has made 45 appearances for the Dutch side.
In conclusion, this whole saga is just another example of the drama that surrounds the beautiful game. Henderson may be frustrated with the journalists and their questions, but at the end of the day, it's all part of the banter that comes with being a footy star. Whether he stays with Ajax or moves to another club, one thing is for sure - Henderson will continue to be a key player in the world of football.
