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Jordan Henderson's new Ajax wages revealed with ex-Liverpool man set to take huge pay cut
Jordan Henderson is set to become Ajax's highest-paid player as he finalises his move to the Dutch giants after terminating his contract with Saudi side Al-Ettifaq
Jordan Henderson is set to take a massive pay cut as he finalises his move to Ajax - but will still be their highest-paid player.
The England midfielder is racing against time to be cleared for his debut this weekend, with a medical and visa still to be sorted. Ajax officials flew into Manchester on Wednesday (January 17) to wrap up an 18-month deal with the option of a further year.
Henderson, 33, will have to accept a significant drop from his £350,000-a-week wages after ending his three-year deal with Saudi side Al-Ettifaq. However, he's set to earn around £85,000-a-week at Ajax, which could rise to £110,000-a-week after initial bonuses, according to The Mirror.
This puts him above Steven Bergwijn, who earns about £90,000-a-week after bonuses. The Dutch club hopes to have Henderson ready for their match against RKC Waalwijk at the Amsterdam Arena this weekend.
Henderson is expected to fly to Amsterdam for a medical in the next 48 hours, but there's uncertainty over whether his visa will be approved in time.
The ex-Liverpool captain ended his contract with Al-Ettifaq this week, keen to return to Europe. This marks the end of a chaotic six-month stint in the Middle East, leaving Steven Gerrard's side eighth in the Saudi Pro League and without a win since October.
Henderson left Anfield after 12 years when the Reds accepted a £12m bid. Despite facing tax implications, he believes joining Ajax is worth it to return to European football.
Ajax are currently struggling in the Eredivisie, sitting fifth and a whopping 23 points behind leaders PSV. However, they hope that having Henderson on board could help them secure a Champions League spot.
Former Liverpool player Danny Murphy told talkSPORT: "I think it's probably as close to home as he can get. I don't know if there are an abundance of offers on the table.
"I think if this is a lesson for others looking in from afar, really think hard about. Depending on your financial situation, sometimes it's a no-brainer.
"But he was wealthy anyway, and I think football contentment is a starting place for the rest of your life being happy. There might be something other people translate to their own life. But Jordan here, he's messed it up really.
"I don't think from Liverpool fans' perspective, but for a broad spectrum of football people, his character and his reputation has been damaged by this whole episode."
Daily Star Sunday
Jordan Henderson is set to become Ajax's highest-paid player as he finalises his move to the Dutch giants after terminating his contract with Saudi side Al-Ettifaq
Jordan Henderson is set to take a massive pay cut as he finalises his move to Ajax - but will still be their highest-paid player.
The England midfielder is racing against time to be cleared for his debut this weekend, with a medical and visa still to be sorted. Ajax officials flew into Manchester on Wednesday (January 17) to wrap up an 18-month deal with the option of a further year.
Henderson, 33, will have to accept a significant drop from his £350,000-a-week wages after ending his three-year deal with Saudi side Al-Ettifaq. However, he's set to earn around £85,000-a-week at Ajax, which could rise to £110,000-a-week after initial bonuses, according to The Mirror.
This puts him above Steven Bergwijn, who earns about £90,000-a-week after bonuses. The Dutch club hopes to have Henderson ready for their match against RKC Waalwijk at the Amsterdam Arena this weekend.
Henderson is expected to fly to Amsterdam for a medical in the next 48 hours, but there's uncertainty over whether his visa will be approved in time.
The ex-Liverpool captain ended his contract with Al-Ettifaq this week, keen to return to Europe. This marks the end of a chaotic six-month stint in the Middle East, leaving Steven Gerrard's side eighth in the Saudi Pro League and without a win since October.
Henderson left Anfield after 12 years when the Reds accepted a £12m bid. Despite facing tax implications, he believes joining Ajax is worth it to return to European football.
Ajax are currently struggling in the Eredivisie, sitting fifth and a whopping 23 points behind leaders PSV. However, they hope that having Henderson on board could help them secure a Champions League spot.
Former Liverpool player Danny Murphy told talkSPORT: "I think it's probably as close to home as he can get. I don't know if there are an abundance of offers on the table.
"I think if this is a lesson for others looking in from afar, really think hard about. Depending on your financial situation, sometimes it's a no-brainer.
"But he was wealthy anyway, and I think football contentment is a starting place for the rest of your life being happy. There might be something other people translate to their own life. But Jordan here, he's messed it up really.
"I don't think from Liverpool fans' perspective, but for a broad spectrum of football people, his character and his reputation has been damaged by this whole episode."
Daily Star Sunday