Henderson’s interview regarding Saudi Arabia
Jordan Henderson, a former captain of Liverpool, has discussed his decision to leave the team this summer in order to sign with Al-Ettifaq of the Saudi Pro League. Jordan Henderson’s apologies for offending their community has been rejected by Kop Outs, the official LGBT supporters group for Liverpool.
At the end of July, Kop Outs released an open letter regarding Henderson’s transfer from Liverpool to Saudi Arabia’s Al-Ettifaq, claiming they were “absolutely shocked and angry” about the decision after witnessing the England international stand by their side as an allay throughout the course of his Anfield career. The former Reds skipper spoke out frequently against prejudice against LGBTQ people and supported the Premier League’s Rainbow Laces campaign. Then, many were greatly shocked to see Henderson travel to a nation where homosexuality is illegal. The 33-year-old detailed his decision to leave Liverpool today and stressed that leaving for Saudi Arabia this summer was not made with the intention of “doing no harm to anyone” from the LGBT community, but Cop Outs is his I didn’t agree with the idea. declaration. LGBTQ fans tweeted: “Henderson has refused to admit to his involvement in sports money laundering in an effort to cover up the horrific human rights situation in Saudi Arabia. sorry. @JHenderson it’s not enough, but it’s more like an effort to revive his “brand”. speak louder than words . Are you attending a soccer game? Up to 5000 spectators gathered in the scorching heat, along with other veteran players. It would be better for the coaches and players here to manage and play minor league football rather than sell themselves.”
Henderson has expressed his views on the matter and acknowledged being aware of the criticism he received as a result of his own translations. He also expressed his anguish over comments he claimed abandoned the people he thought represented him.
“All I can say is that I am sorry and sorry for making them feel this way. But as a human, I haven’t changed,” Henderson told Athletic magazine. “Daily. It was obviously a difficult time. don’t get me wrong; I’m not looking for sympathy. Making this choice was not easy. I have been with the club for a long time, so I love and respect the club very much, including fans, owners, managers and colleagues.
