Jordan Henderson has officially terminated his contract with Ajax, snubbing a one-year extension in favour of a fresh challenge — possibly back in the Premier League.

According to The Times’ Paul Joyce, the 35-year-old midfielder is now a free agent, drawing interest from top-flight clubs in England and across Europe.

Let’s rewind: Henderson joined Ajax in January 2024 on an 18-month deal after his short-lived, controversial Saudi stint with Al-Ettifaq.

Jordan Henderson LEAVES Ajax as a free agent after just one-and-a-half seasons at the Dutch giants, paving way for Premier League return	Jordan Henderson set for immediate Premier League return days after Ajax exit	Jordan Henderson poised for Premier League return after leaving Ajax

Still, Henderson led with composure, made 57 appearances, scored once, and helped Ajax secure a Champions League group stage spot for 2025/26.

Not bad for a “washed” midfielder.

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Yet, he’s opted to walk — World Cup 2026 on his mind, and England boss Thomas Tuchel keeping tabs.

Out of deep respect for his late former Liverpool teammate Diogo Jota, Henderson is pressing pause.

He flew to Gondomar for Jota and Andre Silva’s funeral and visited the growing tribute mural at Anfield — a gesture that shows the man’s class beyond the pitch.

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