Jordan Henderson Has Endured A Tough Period in Saudi Arabia With His Record at Al Ettifaq Speaking For Itself
Jordan Henderson has not had the best of starts to life in the Saudi Pro League since his move from Liverpool in the summer. He has endured a turbulent start since linking up with Steven Gerrard at Al Ettifaq.
Primary among his challenges has been the criticism from the LGBTQ community in the U.K. accusing Henderson of hypocrisy.
During his time at Anfield, Henderson was a vocal advocate for LGBTQ rights. After the England star’s move to Al Ettifaq in the summer, Three Lions Pride, a fan group for LGBTQ+ England supporters issued a statement saying:
“Once again, our existence and the concept of ‘allyship’ towards us is feeble in comparison to a vast paycheck. The ability to say the right words when they are easy and abandon them when money talks or times get tough is exactly why the term ‘ally’ is outdated and ineffective.”
On the football front, Al Ettifaq are marooned in mid-table in the Saudi Pro League. Despite their heavy business and adding Henderson to their ranks, they have not managed to hit the ground running. They sit 6th on the table and trail leaders Al-Hilal by six points.
