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Henderson CAPTAINS Al-Ettifaq in pre-season friendly after lucrative Saudi move

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Jordan Henderson has been named in the Al-Ettifaq's starting line-up for the first time since making his lucrative Saudi switch.

The former Liverpool captain completed a stunning move to the Saudi Pro League side last month, where he signed a staggering £700,000-per-week deal.

In doing so, Henderson, 33, linked up with Reds legend Steven Gerrard - who was appointed as the club's manager last month.

And now, the England international is set to make his first outing in Al-Ettifaq colours after being named in their pre-season clash against Al Jazira.

Along with former Lyon and Fulham striker Moussa Dembele, Henderson will take the armband on his first appearance - where he will also where the number 10 shirt.

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