Steven Gerrard was appointed manager of Saudi Arabian side Al-Ettifaq in July 2023, but decided to keep his family in Bahrain, where wife Alex and their four children reside Stevan Gerrard and Alex Curran are currently in the Middle East (Image: @stevengerrard/Instagram) Since Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard decided to take up a job in the Middle East, his wife Alex Curran has been living a li...Full Story »

Al-Nassr midfielder Seko Fofana has joined Steven Gerrard's Al-Ettifaq on loan, replacing Jordan Henderson. WHAT HAPPENED?The 28-year-old is presently playing for Ivory Coast in the Africa Cup of Nations. After a 1-1 draw against Senegal in extra time, Fofana's side advanced to the round of eight with a shootout victory. He'll join Al-Ettifaq on a six-month loan upon his return to Saudi Arabi...Full Story »

Ajax have completed the signing of Jordan Henderson from Al-Ettifaq. The former Liverpool captain joined the Saudis only in August, but has been released from his contract to join the Dutch giants. "I'm sad to say that I will be leaving Al Ettifaq with immediate effect," Henderson wrote on social media. "It wasn't an easy decision but one that I feel is best for me and my family. "I want t...Full Story »

The future of Jordan Henderson has grabbed a lot of attention over recent days as the England star looks for a route back to Europe. The former Liverpool captain left Anfield last summer to move to the Middle East and it is believed that the 33-year-old is unhappy in Saudi Arabia and already wants to return to Europe. Sources have told CaughtOffside that Al-Ettifaq have no intention of lett...Full Story »

Liverpool coach Jurgen Klopp has admitted that he has spoken to Jordan Henderson amid reports the midfielder wants to leave Al-Ettifaq. WHAT HAPPENED?The England international is reported to be eager for a January transfer just six months after he moved to Saudi Arabia from Liverpool. A Premier League return may be on the cards and Klopp was asked about the prospect of him re-joining the Reds...Full Story »

Al-Ettifaq are ending their interest in Jesse Lingard. The former Manchester United and Nottingham Forest midfielder impressed in trials this month. But Lingard's personal terms have proved too rich and he has been informed the Saudis are now looking elsewhere. NOS says Ajax midfielder Steven Bergwijn, formerly of Tottenham, is on their shopping list. Al-Ettifaq are preparing an offer for ...Full Story »

The Saudi Pro League club managed by Steven Gerrard is making a last-ditch attempt to sign a Premier League superstar. Al Ettifaq in the Middle Eastern nation are targeting Manchester United outcast Jadon Sancho. The 23-year-old forward was not in their squad to take on Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday, a game United lost 3-1. What followed was a public spat between manager Erik ten ...Full Story »

Saudi Arabian side Al-Ettifaq have reportedly approached Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum. WHAT HAPPENED? According to Fabrizio Romano, the 32-year-old is attracting interest from Steven Gerrard's side, Al Ettifaq, with his future at PSG called into question this summer following the arrival of new boss Luis Enrique. THE BIGGER PICTURE: With former Liverpool midfielder Jord...Full Story »

Van Dijk admits that he would love to become the new Liverpool captain following Henderson's move to Saudi Arabia side Al-Ettifaq. WHAT HAPPENED? Liverpool centre-back Virgil van Dijk is the frontrunner to become the first-choice captain of the team following Jordan Henderson's departure as the former captain joined Saudi Arabia outfit Al-Ettifaq, while ex-vice-captain James Milner will play ...Full Story »

Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson has completed his move to Saudi Pro League side Al-Ettifaq, both clubs announced on Thursday. The England midfielder is the latest big-name player to move from the Premier League to Saudi Arabia after 12 years at Anfield. "We can confirm @JHenderson has completed a transfer to Al-Ettifaq," Liverpool said on their social media channels. Al-Ettifaq posted: "...Full Story »