Midfielder of England, Henderson, signs for Brentford
**English Midfielder Jordan Henderson Returns to the Premier League with Brentford**
After a two-year stint in the Netherlands and Saudi Arabia, Jordan Henderson, the English professional footballer born in Sunderland, has made a triumphant return to the Premier League with Brentford. The 35-year-old midfielder signed a two-year contract on July 15, 2025, marking his comeback to English top-flight football.
Henderson's journey in football began at Sunderland, where he made his Premier League debut as an 18-year-old. He later moved to Liverpool in 2011, where he spent 12 years, becoming club captain in 2015. During his tenure at Liverpool, Henderson led the team to significant victories, including the UEFA Champions League in 2018/19 and the Premier League title in 2019/20, Liverpool’s first top-flight title in 30 years.
Following his departure from Liverpool at the end of the 2022/23 season, Henderson ventured to Al-Ettifaq in Saudi Arabia. However, his contract was terminated just six months later, and he subsequently joined Ajax in the Netherlands. At Ajax, Henderson served as captain, making 57 appearances for the Dutch club.
Brentford became aware of Henderson's availability and made a decision to sign him. The move was initiated by the club's new manager, Keith Andrews, who lost Denmark midfielder Christian Norgaard to Arsenal. Henderson's move to Brentford was based on a conversation with the club, which he found to be an easy decision.
Henderson's return to English football is eagerly anticipated, with his debut expected as early as Brentford's preseason match against Gil Vicente on July 25, 2025. The team's Premier League campaign starts on August 17, 2025, with an away game against Nottingham Forest.
Henderson's deep connection with both Sunderland and Liverpool, his 84 England caps, and his recent recall by Three Lions boss Thomas Tuchel, further add to the excitement surrounding his return. Henderson has also been vocal in supporting the LGBTQ community, making him a valuable addition to Brentford's squad.
Despite his impressive achievements, Henderson remains highly motivated to achieve more in his football career. In football, when playing against Sunderland or Liverpool, there are no friends. But for Henderson, these matches will undoubtedly be emotional returns, as he faces his boyhood club Sunderland in August and makes an emotional return to Liverpool in October.
Henderson's comeback to the Premier League with Brentford signals a potential resurgence in his football career, as he aims to make an impact in the 2025-26 season, having previously won the UEFA Champions League and the Premier League title during his time at Liverpool. His return to English football extends beyond Brentford, as he looks forward to facing both Sunderland and Liverpool, two clubs with which he has a significant history.
