Brentford confirm Jordan Henderson exit, free transfer to Chelsea imminent

Published Jul 29, 01:09 PM UTC

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Brentford have announced the departure of Jordan Henderson, paving the way for the 36-year-old midfielder to join Chelsea on a free transfer. Henderson had one year remaining on his two-year contract signed in July 2025, but Brentford agreed to terminate his deal. The former Liverpool captain made 36 appearances for Brentford, helping them secure a ninth-place Premier League finish. Henderson expressed gratitude to the club, fans, and staff, while Brentford manager Keith Andrews noted that Henderson's ambition to play for England at the World Cup and the club's current squad situation made the departure mutually beneficial. The move follows Brentford's earlier loss of club captain Christian Norgaard to Arsenal.

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