TransferMirror FootballUnverified source· 29 Jul 2026
Brentford terminate Henderson's contract, Chelsea move imminent
Jordan Henderson is set to join Chelsea on a free transfer after Brentford agreed to terminate his contract.
J. Henderson
player
Player
Jordan Henderson
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Chelsea
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Free transfer
What happened. Brentford have announced the departure of Jordan Henderson after agreeing to terminate his contract, allowing him to join Chelsea on a free transfer.
- Henderson signed a two-year deal with Brentford in July 2025.
- He leaves after one season, with one year remaining on his contract.
- The 36-year-old is poised to move to Stamford Bridge.
“I leave Brentford with a lot of gratitude for the opportunity the club gave me.”
— Jordan Henderson
Henderson will now finalise his move to Chelsea, returning to the Premier League.
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