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Jordan Henderson: I wouldn’t disrespect Saudi Arabia religion and culture by wearing Rainbow Laces ES SAYS Jordan Henderson has confirmed he would not risk disrespecting “the religion and culture in Saudi Arabia” by wearing rainbow laces or a rainbow captain’s armband. In an extensive interview with The Athletic, the former Liverpool captain has addressed his controversial move to Al-Ettifaq. Henderson has been a vocal advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, and his move to a country which criminalises homosexuality prompted widespread criticism. Henderson, in an interview with Liverpool’s matchday programme in October last year, said of wearing Rainbow Laces: “I have regularly…

His comments come after a former co-star said there was sexism and ‘casual homphobia’.

And it’s not the only one…

Jordan Henderson DEFENDS his £700,000-per-week move to Saudi Arabia and claims it isn’t money-motivated… as he faces tough reception on return to England duty DAILY MAIL SAYS Former Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson has revealed why he left Anfield this summer – claiming his ‘value had shifted’ and wasn’t guaranteed regular minutes under Jurgen Klopp – but insisted joining Al-Ettifaq was not about the money. The England midfielder signed for the Saudi Arabian outfit – managed by Reds legend Steven Gerrard – this summer and has received huge criticism over his move to the Middle East – where he is reportedly…

Jordan Henderson claims he didn’t “feel wanted” at Liverpool – but move ‘not about money’ THIS IS ANFIELD SAYS Jordan Henderson has spoken for the first time about the reasons for his move to the Saudi Pro League and responded to criticism he received for his decision. Henderson ended his 12-year spell at Liverpool by joining Steven Gerrard at Al-Ettifaq in a deal said to be worth around £12 million. The move was a controversial one, with the 33-year-old previously vocal in his support for LGBTQ+ communities only to switch to a country in which being part of those groups…

B&M buys up to 51 stores from collapsed rival Wilko Dozens of shops from the collapsed retailer Wilko are to be bought by discount chain B&M. Talks over a bigger rescue deal remain in the balance. B&M will take on up to 51 of Wilko’s 400 stores in a deal worth £13m. Wilko fell into administration in August as it struggled with sharp losses and a cash shortage. Wilkos became one of Britain’s fastest-growing retailers but has faced strong competition – especially from the likes of Poundland and Home Bargains. With the rising cost of living, many shoppers are seeking…

Birmingham City Council ‘effectively bankrupt’ Birmingham City Council has declared itself effectively bankrupt. The local authority has issued a Section 114 notice preventing all but essential spending to protect core services.  The pressures have been lined to a £760m bill to settle equal pay claims. In a joint statement, the leader and deputy leader John Cotton and Sharon Thompson said the notice was a “necessary step as we seek to get our city back on a sound financial footing”. They also said the authority was facing financial pressures due to issues with the implementation of its Oracle IT system. The…

The massive explosion was captured on video.

UK heatwave: Heat-health alert in place as temperatures to hit 32C England could see temperatures hit 32C midweek, as the heat continues to sweep the country. A heat health alert has been issued for most parts of England. The UK Health Security Agency’s yellow warnings are in place across seven regions until 21:00 BST on Sunday. The warning means the elderly and those with pre-existing health conditions are advised to take extra care during the heat. Parts of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland will also be feeling the heat, with Scotland and N Ireland seeing “unseasonably high temperatures”. Regions included…

‘No f***ing ammunition, nothing… Shall we use our fingers as bayonets?’