Brentford is set to sign England midfielder Jordan Henderson on a two-year deal after his exit from Ajax, with the 35-year-old expected to help plug the gap left by Christian Norgaard’s departure.

Brentford is on the verge of signing Jordan Henderson after the England midfielder’s exit from Ajax earlier this week.

The 35-year-old is expected to join the Bees on a two-year deal after Ajax agreed to end his contract a year early. Henderson had attracted interest from top clubs in England and Europe, but Brentford has won the race to sign the former Liverpool skipper.

The move to Brentford will provide Henderson with a platform to stay in Thomas Tuchel’s England squad before next summer’s World Cup. Playing in the Premier League will likely be a key factor in Henderson’s decision to join Brentford, as he looks to maintain his international career. Henderson’s experience and leadership will be valuable assets to the Bees.

Henderson’s signing will help plug the gap left by Christian Norgaard’s departure to Arsenal. The 84-cap England midfielder will bring a level of quality and expertise to the midfield, and his presence will likely be felt on the pitch. With the deal formalities expected to be confirmed in the coming days, Henderson will be looking to make an immediate impact at Brentford.

The move to Brentford will return Henderson to the Premier League after he left Liverpool in 2023.

During his 12 years at Anfield, Henderson won numerous titles, including the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup, and League Cups. The 35-year-old’s wealth of experience and success at the highest level will undoubtedly be an asset to Brentford.

The deal is expected to be confirmed in the coming days, and Henderson will likely be looking to make an immediate impact at Brentford. With his experience and leadership, he will be a valuable addition to the team.