Jordan Henderson apologises to LGBTQ+ community for hurt caused by Saudi move

The England midfielder was a high-profile and vocal supporter of LGBTQ+ rights as Liverpool captain but has been heavily criticised after agreeing to a lucrative switch to Saudi Pro League club Al-Ettifaq.
APOLOGIES: Jordan Henderson has apologised to the LGBTQ+ community for any hurt his move to Saudi caused. Pic: Adam Pec

APOLOGIES: Jordan Henderson has apologised to the LGBTQ+ community for any hurt his move to Saudi caused. Pic: Adam Pec

Jordan Henderson has apologised for any hurt he has caused to the LGBTQ+ community and insists his move to Saudi Arabia can help the gay rights movement.

The England midfielder was a high-profile and vocal supporter of LGBTQ+ rights as Liverpool captain but has been heavily criticised after agreeing to a lucrative switch to Saudi Pro League club Al-Ettifaq.

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