Gareth Southgate understands criticism of Jordan Henderson following Saudi move

Gareth Southgate, left, says he understands criticism surrounding Jordan Henderson’s move to Saudi Arabia (Nick Potts/PA)

England boss Gareth Southgate says he understands the criticism Jordan Henderson has received for joining Saudi Arabian club Al-Ettifaq but feels the midfielder’s beliefs have not changed.

Henderson’s move to the fast-growing Saudi Pro League came under scrutiny due to his long-time support for the LGBT+ community and the Premier League’s Rainbow Laces campaign.