In the case of contract negotiations deadlocked, Arsenal like to sign the Liverpool star

Arsenal has become a popular candidate to sign Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson According to the “Daily Star” report, if a deadlock in contract negotiations causes the 31-year-old midfielder to leave Anfield as early as this summer Sky Sports).

Jordan Henderson was signed by Liverpool from Sunderland in 2011. Although his abilities have been questioned, Henderson has become one of the key players for Liverpool under Jurgen Klopp. The 31-year-old captain led the Red Army to victory in the UEFA Champions League and the Premier League. .

However, as Henderson approaches the last two years of his contract with Liverpool, questions about his future at Anfield have emerged in the past few days. According to the above sources, if Fenway Sports Group (FSG) decides to terminate the cooperation with Henderson, Arsenal will become the favorite of signing the Liverpool captain.

According to the “Daily Star” report, contract negotiations between Jordan Henderson and FSG are currently underway, but the owner currently has other important things to do.

Liverpool currently needs a substitute for Gini Wijnaldum and are also looking for suitable substitutes for their top three.

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Liverpool’s loss may be Arsenal’s gain in the transfer window

With Mikel Arteta trying to restore the Gunners to their previous best form, Arsenal will carry out a large-scale squad reform this summer. Arsenal are about to sign Ben White from Brighton for £50 million.

Arsenal also need a new midfielder. Mohamed Ernene, Lucas Torreira and Granit Xhaka are facing an uncertain future at the Emirates Stadium, and only Thomas Patty is a guaranteed starter in the midfield.

Liverpool’s loss may be Arsenal’s gain. Mikel Arteta’s team will get a proven midfielder of the Champions League strength. He is a natural leader, something Arsenal has lacked since Laurent Koscielny left the club. .

At the same time, Liverpool will have to face a repeat of Wijnaldum and may lose an important first team player for relatively no reason. However, on the other hand, Jordan Henderson will be 33 years old when his contract at Anfield expires.

Jordan Henderson may be the Patrick Vieira that Arsenal have needed for a long time.

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