England midfielder Jordan Henderson is expected to sign for Brentford on a two-year deal following his departure from Ajax. The 35-year-old’s contract with the Dutch club was terminated a year early, allowing him to return to the Premier League.
Despite interest from several top European clubs, Brentford secured the former Liverpool captain’s signature. The move provides Henderson with a crucial platform to maintain his place in England’s squad ahead of next summer’s World Cup. His arrival also helps fill the void left by Christian Nørgaard, who recently joined Arsenal.
Henderson spent 12 successful years at Liverpool, winning the Premier League, Champions League, and multiple domestic cups before a brief stint in Saudi Arabia with Al-Ettifaq. He joined Ajax in January 2024 but narrowly missed out on the Eredivisie title. The transfer is expected to be finalized in the coming days.
Morgan Gibbs-White Nears £60m Tottenham Move
Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White is set to undergo a medical at Tottenham ahead of a £60m transfer. The 25-year-old, who has four England caps, has a release clause that Spurs are prepared to trigger, with the deal likely to be completed soon.
Gibbs-White, who contributed seven goals and eight assists in the Premier League last season, had attracted interest from Manchester City earlier in the summer. However, Spurs have now taken the lead in securing his signature. His departure follows Anthony Elanga’s £55m move to Newcastle, as Forest continue reshaping their squad.
Tottenham, under new manager Thomas Frank, have already signed Mohammed Kudus from West Ham and remain interested in Brentford’s Yoane Wissa. Gibbs-White joined Forest from Wolves in 2022 for a then-club-record £25m and has since been a key player, making 118 appearances.
Tottenham’s Strategic Summer Spending – Analysis
Tottenham’s aggressive transfer approach marks a shift from their usual cautious spending under chairman Daniel Levy. The potential signings of Mohammed Kudus and Morgan Gibbs-White, both proven Premier League talents, align with manager Thomas Frank’s desire for experienced attackers.
While Spurs boast a squad full of young potential, the addition of players like Gibbs-White (25) and Kudus (24) provides a balance of flair and top-flight experience. Their interest in Brentford’s Yoane Wissa and Bryan Mbeumo further emphasizes this strategy, as the club looks to compete at the highest level next season.
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