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    Jordan Henderson apologises for any hurt caused by Saudi move after joining Ajax

    by Andy Hampson Jan 19, 2024 3 minutes
    Source: PA Wire

    Jordan Henderson apologised for any hurt felt by the LGBT community over his move to Saudi Arabia outfit Al-Ettifaq at his Ajax welcome press conference in Amsterdam.

    Henderson moved to Al-Ettifaq from Liverpool on a three-year contract last summer, and his decision to go to Saudi Arabia, where same-sex relationships are illegal, caused controversy in the UK as he had previously been a high-profile supporter of LGBTQ+ rights.

    “If any people from that community feel let down or hurt I apologise,” said Henderson.

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