Jordan Henderson will formally terminate his Brentford contract right this moment, clearing the best way for the skilled midfielder to finish his subsequent transfer as a free agent.
Softfootball understands Henderson’s departure has made him a lovely possibility for Chelsea, with the Blues valuing his management, expertise and profitable mentality as they proceed to reshape their squad beneath Xabi Alonso.
Chelsea have already held discussions over private phrases, and Henderson is open to creating the swap to Stamford Bridge ought to the membership resolve to proceed with the deal.
The event comes as Chelsea full the signing of Danny Welbeck, who has already agreed private phrases with the Blues and is on his option to full his transfer after Brighton accepted his departure.
Chelsea consider Henderson would carry invaluable depth and expertise to one of many youngest squads within the Premier League, whereas his free-agent standing makes the deal financially enticing.
With Henderson’s Brentford exit now imminent and Welbeck’s arrival nearing completion, Chelsea proceed so as to add confirmed Premier League expertise to Alonso’s evolving squad forward of the 2026/27 season.
