Captain Jordan Henderson is confident he will play a significant part in Liverpool's season despite a personally frustrating start.
The midfielder came back later than most of his team-mates after being involved in England's run to the World Cup semi-finals and, as a result, has played just 154 minutes in one start and four substitute appearances.
He has, for the most part, had to watch the team win their opening five matches and while that has been frustrating he understands the bigger picture.
'I came back later than everybody else so I can't expect to come straight back in,' he said ahead of the Champions League visit of Paris Saint-Germain.
'The lads have worked hard all pre-season. You can see the benefits already in how fit they are, the rhythm they've got from playing games.
'They've been fantastic, winning games, so it's normal for me that I'm not playing. I can accept it.
'It just means I have to keep working hard, keep improving and take my chance when it comes.
'I totally respect the players around me, how well they are playing, and the manager as well. He always decides and he's always right.
'I've basically tried to use this period to refresh my body, refresh my mind. Last season was long, especially with the World Cup, and this is hopefully going to be another long season with a lot of games so I need to make sure I'm ready.
'I'm using this period to make sure I'm as ready as possible.
'I'm sure players who haven't played as much as they'd have liked so far will have a big impact over the next few months because of the amount of games
'We just want to keep going in that direction and keep winning games.'
SgtSINGAM67
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they say "no Ronaldo no problem at Real Madrid".... but how's things gonna work without Henderson is not a new things to get worried about. Klopp knows how to manage with or without stars. [Hitface]
doeiruy
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Liverpool would have won the premier league in 2014 had Henderson not been suspended
And if Simon did not replaced reina
KindDrew
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I love this guy's style of football and I know that he will definitely try to win it but he should bear in mind that Keita issa beast himself, I mean the guy is something else in that defensive midfield so if he wants to get back then he ought to do better .
tiaaeimnyz
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I should point out that I like Henderson. But he is not a top tier player. He would not start for City, Chelsea, United, or any of the strong sides on the continent. As long as Milner is playing in form at the level he is currently, and with Gigi having a fine beginning to this season, and Keita finding his place in the midfield, Jordan remains a third choice, then there is Fabinho, who has yet to play a single minute so far. Jordan is way down on the pecking order. Adam Lallana is in a better position to get time before Henderson. Unless of course someone gets injured. But letโs not fool ourselves, Henderson is the weakest link in the midfield Klopp has built in 2.5 yrs.
Henderson is a often underrated. but he brings a lot to the team. u can check the stats that whenever he's playing Liverpool's midfield has always performed well. He was a very important part of the 13-14 Liverpool side.his suspension in the last but 3 matches affected Liverpool's title run.
tiaaeimnyz
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exactly.!..this thing always boggles my mind! those three matches Henderson was suspended the performance in the midfield dropped drastically!
Pablo58
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that's true he have eyes but he can't see ๐๐๐๐ I surport you for that comment๐๐๐
Zid Thank you kindly for your reply
zidmnpruz
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I should point out that I like Henderson. But he is not a top tier player. He would not start for City, Chelsea, United, or any of the strong sides on the continent. As long as Milner is playing in form at the level he is currently, and with Gigi having a fine beginning to this season, and Keita finding his place in the midfield, Jordan remains a third choice, then there is Fabinho, who has yet to play a single minute so far. Jordan is way down on the pecking order. Adam Lallana is in a better position to get time before Henderson. Unless of course someone gets injured. But letโs not fool ourselves, Henderson is the weakest link in the midfield Klopp has built in 2.5 yrs.
that's true he have eyes but he can't see ๐๐๐๐ I surport you for that comment๐๐๐
fipcirz
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Liverpool would have won the premier league in 2014 had Henderson not been suspended
Mock
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to be honest I didnt see any unskilled captain to lift the EPL title at all..tell me if you know one even Wes Morgan is better than him..
rattydonLiverpool
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I should point out that I like Henderson. But he is not a top tier player. He would not start for City, Chelsea, United, or any of the strong sides on the continent. As long as Milner is playing in form at the level he is currently, and with Gigi having a fine beginning to this season, and Keita finding his place in the midfield, Jordan remains a third choice, then there is Fabinho, who has yet to play a single minute so far. Jordan is way down on the pecking order. Adam Lallana is in a better position to get time before Henderson. Unless of course someone gets injured. But letโs not fool ourselves, Henderson is the weakest link in the midfield Klopp has built in 2.5 yrs.
u don't know what u are saying I like ur comment because you have eyes but you can see
Pablo58
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I should point out that I like Henderson. But he is not a top tier player. He would not start for City, Chelsea, United, or any of the strong sides on the continent. As long as Milner is playing in form at the level he is currently, and with Gigi having a fine beginning to this season, and Keita finding his place in the midfield, Jordan remains a third choice, then there is Fabinho, who has yet to play a single minute so far. Jordan is way down on the pecking order. Adam Lallana is in a better position to get time before Henderson. Unless of course someone gets injured. But letโs not fool ourselves, Henderson is the weakest link in the midfield Klopp has built in 2.5 yrs.
Samsonchuddy
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He's a typical British player but this time around, a hard working and loyal one, that's what I like about him. #Reds Forever
shouldok
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He couldn't play for any of the top 6. Couldn't get near Man City starting 11 or even squad of 25. He could maybe sneak into Arsenal side
reallythe
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Hendo is a great player and only ignorant people cant see it
languidc
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If only he can read the game better.
John008
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Once Keita settles, he has no place in the first team
rucksacker
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He is very passionate player, always gives 110%, but not the most skillful.
humidity
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I think he brings a lot to the dressing room and is a good captain, will have to keep improving to keep his place over the next few years tho
FCBneuer
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Wow all them trophies heยฟs won with liverpool
actually
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Liverpool will never win anything with Henderson as captain
Divyansh26
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Yes I think so that Henderson needs to play more for Liverpool cause he is very vital for the Reds........ He is a great tactician and a great leader whose presence is always felt on the pitch he could start well along with Milner and Keita in the team............. #YNWA