Jordan Henderson is retained at Chelsea until June 2028. The 36-year-old midfielder earns £75,000 per week.
Verified August 25, 2026
Jordan Henderson
Current Club: Chelsea
🌍 English
💰 Weekly Wage: £75,000/week
📅 Contract: Expires June 30, 2028 (1 year remaining)
Contract and Personal Information
Jordan Henderson earns 18.3% above the average midfielder wage of £63,417/week tracked across the database. See position pay gap →
About
Jordan Brian Henderson MBE is an English professional footballer who currently plays for Al-Ettifaq in the Saudi Professional League and for the England national team. Henderson is well-known for his leadership, versatility, and physicality.
The professional English footballer was with Liverpool FC for over a decade and captained the team to seven trophies under Jürgen Klopp.
Henderson joined the Sunderland Academy at the age of eight and made his first-team debut in November 2008, a decade later. In 2009, he spent six months on loan at Coventry City before returning to Sunderland. Henderson joined Liverpool in 2011 and won his first title with the club, the League Cup, a year later.
He made his Premier League debut in Liverpool’s opening game of the 2011–12 season, a 1–1 draw with Sunderland when he received a mixed reaction from Sunderland supporters.
Henderson scored his first goal for Liverpool on August 27, 2011, against Bolton Wanderers in a Premier League game played at Anfield.
In Liverpool’s 2012 League Cup triumph over Cardiff City on February 26, 2012, Henderson started on the right side of midfield before being replaced in the 58th minute.
He took part in all ninety minutes of Liverpool’s 2-1 loss to Chelsea in the 2012 FA Cup Final on May 5. Henderson had two goals from 48 appearances at the end of the 2011–12 season.
After winning the 2021–22 FA Cup, Henderson made history by becoming the first Liverpool captain to win six different trophies on May 14, 2022.
Henderson, an England international, has made over 75 appearances for his country since making his debut in 2010. He has represented England in six international competitions, including the UEFA European Championships in 2012, 2016, and 2020, as well as the FIFA World Cups in 2014, 2018, and 2022. He was the only player in England history to be named Player of the Year at both the U-21 and senior levels.
Henderson finalised his move to Saudi Pro League side Al-Ettifaq for a reported sum of £12 million on July 27, 2023, to rejoin his former Liverpool teammate, Manager Steven Gerrard.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When does Jordan Henderson's contract expire?
Jordan Henderson's current contract expires on June 30, 2028.
How much does Jordan Henderson earn per week?
Jordan Henderson earns approximately £75,000 per week.
Who does Jordan Henderson play for?
Jordan Henderson currently plays for Chelsea.
What position does Jordan Henderson play?
Jordan Henderson plays as a midfielder.
How old is Jordan Henderson?
Jordan Henderson is 36 years old.
What is Jordan Henderson's annual salary?
Annualised, Jordan Henderson's basic salary is approximately £3,900,000 per year (gross weekly wage of £75,000 multiplied across the 52-week contract year, excluding bonuses, image rights or signing-on fees).
When can Jordan Henderson sign a pre-contract with another club?
Under FIFA rules Jordan Henderson can sign a pre-contract with an overseas club from December 30, 2027, six months before the current deal expires on June 30, 2028.
How many months are left on Jordan Henderson's contract?
Jordan Henderson has approximately 22 months left on the current deal, with expiry due on June 30, 2028. Selling clubs usually negotiate renewal or sale in the prior summer window.
How does Jordan Henderson's wage compare to other midfielders?
Jordan Henderson earns roughly 1.18x the position average — the average midfielder in our database earns £63,417 per week, so Jordan Henderson is paid 1.18x the position average.
When was Jordan Henderson born?
Jordan Henderson was born on June 30, 1990, making the player 36 years old as of today.