Categories: Sport

Star signings Henderson, Gerrard committed to nurturing Saudi talent at Al-Ettifaq



JEDDAH: On the eve of the new Roshn Saudi League campaign, new Ettifaq signing Jordan Henderson and coach Steven Gerrard have both underscored their commitment to nurturing the next generation of Saudi Arabian footballing talent.

While the recent headlines have been about the big-name signings being made by SPL clubs, a new strategy was introduced in the close season that places an emphasis on fostering young Saudi talent while also securing the best international players.



Source link

gulftimes

Recent Posts

This Olympian curbed his unhealthy porn habit – here are the signs and steps to recovery

If you are worried about your porn use, Ince recommends seeking out support from a…

8 hours ago

Why have obesity rates doubled since 1993?

Obesity can be a risk factor for several chronic conditions including type 2 diabetes, heart…

15 hours ago

Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan sign defence agreement

Furthermore, the Saudis will be keenly aware of last year's Israeli strikes on Doha, targeting…

18 hours ago

Ebola in DR Congo: Childhood deaths rise; hopes raised over new vaccine

Children and women continue to bear a disproportionate share of the outbreak in Ituri, the…

21 hours ago

Moment earthquake shakes hospital operating room in Japan

Newly-released security camera footage shows the moment last month's magnitude 6.8 quake shook Kumamoto General…

1 day ago

Israel charges settler over killing of Palestinian involved in Oscar-winning West Bank film

Israeli prosecutors have charged a settler over the killing of a Palestinian activist in the…

2 days ago