Jordan Henderson to Leave Ajax After 18 Months

Jordan Henderson, 35-year-old former Liverpool captain and England international, is set to leave Ajax after 18 months, having captained the club to a second-place Eredivisie finish and scored once in 57 appearances. He joined Ajax in January 2024 after a short stint at Saudi side Al Ettifaq. Henderson has opted not to extend his contract, seeking regular playing time to secure his spot in Thomas Tuchel’s England squad ahead of the 2026 World Cup, with interest reported from clubs such as Sunderland and Monaco. His departure announcement is being delayed out of respect for former Liverpool teammate Diogo Jota, who was recently involved in a car accident but is not deceased. Henderson's next club choice is seen as crucial for his international prospects as he approaches the end of his playing career. The midfielder was recalled to England's squad this year after previous omissions.