Liverpool have reportedly reached an ‘agreement in principle’ with Jordan Henderson over a new contract.
There had been doubts over the 31-year-old’s future on Merseyside after it was revealed talks had previously stalled.
The uncertainty led to reported interest from Paris Saint-Germain and Atletico Madrid in particular, but any concerns over the captain’s long-term Anfield stay could now be put to rest.
According to a report from The Athletic, as cited by David Ornstein on Twitter, the England man looks set to extend a decade long adventure.
Twitter:
EXCL: Liverpool & Jordan Henderson reach agreement in principle over new contract. Improved 3yr deal + option of… https://t.co/8KzbfU00AB (@David_Ornstein)
The report claims Henderson has continued to play a ‘pivotal role’ in training despite the ongoing situation and could now be rewarded with a new long-term contract – joining Alisson Becker, Virgil van Dijk and Trent Alexander-Arnold in the list of ace’s to extend deals this summer.
Signed from Sunderland in 2011 for £20million (BBC), the experienced midfielder has gone on to make 392 appearances for the club – lifting the Premier League, Champions League, Super Cup and Club World Cup as captain in the process.
READ LIVERPOOL VERDICT
Albeit perhaps not the most glamourous of deals to complete during a summer transfer window, tying the talismanic leader down is vitally important.
Ability and influence aside in terms of performance, the Sunderland-born star has taken the club to heart and is often the driving force behind any impressive display.
Henderson watched on during Jurgen Klopp’s side opening day 3-0 victory over Norwich City but could feature on Saturday as Liverpool host Burnley in front of a capacity crowd at Anfield.
Unbeknown to many, the £18million valued star featured in a behind closed doors friendly clash with Aston Villa on Sunday – with Thiago Alcantara also obtaining crucial miniutes.
