Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso looks on (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)Brentford have released an official statement confirming the departure of veteran midfielder Jordan Henderson, who is expected to sign for Chelsea. ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAYThat’s according to the latest information from journalist Ben Jacobs, who is one of the reporters who’s been covering the Henderson saga. — Brentford FC (@BrentfordFC) July 29, 2026Brentford’s statement reads: “Jordan Henderson has left Brentford after a mutual agreement was reached to terminate his contract Jordan leaves with the best wishes and gratitude of everyone at Brentford We wish you every success for the future, Hendo.” Jordan Henderson is expected to sign a two-year contract at Chelsea.? Add us as a preferred source on Google to your favourites list for news you can trustWhat Jordan Henderson and Danny Welbeck can bring to ChelseaAs well as Henderson, Chelsea are also closing in on signing veteran Brighton striker Danny Welbeck, according to BBC Sport and others.