- Jordan Henderson’s Brentford contract has been terminated as he closes in on a transfer to Chelsea.
- Brentford confirmed the decision was reached by mutual consent, as Henderson sent a farewell message to the club’s fans.
- Henderson, 36, joined Brentford from Ajax last summer, and he wrote in his statement on the club’s website: “Coming back to the Premier League was really important to me, and Brentford gave me that chance. I’ll always be thankful for that.”
- Henderson is now on the brink of a move to Chelsea, with new manager Xabi Alonso looking to add more experience to his squad.
- Chelsea are also set to sign 35-year-old Danny Welbeck from Brighton after agreeing a two-year deal with the striker.
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