Jordan Henderson’s leadership qualities are not that surprising for Liverpool, but the captain has had multiple influences both inside and outside the club this season.

This is visible when Henderson is not on the squad, which is a compliment in itself for the Skippers, who have carved out a considerable legacy for themselves in Merseyside and beyond.

Due to an injury, the 30-year-old has worked a lot off the pitch, not on the pitch. Nobody wants the spotlight, but he deserves the place.

Henderson made a lot of people shine through tough times last year. He is an ideal model for everyone.

Captain, leader and legend, Henderson continues to prove his suspicion that he was wrong about the qualities of being humble, ambitious, selfless, self-reliant and loved by many. I am.

And although his time in the field was limited in 2020/21, he exhibited all of the aforementioned traits abundantly.

Up and down

Like the previous season, Henderson saw his campaign cut short by an injury, which would require groin surgery and miss a total of 16 games.

That’s 30% of Liverpool’s 2020/21 season. The progress of the Champions League was lopsided and the top four seemed out of reach.

It’s easy to imagine how frustrated he is at having to sit down and watch everything unfold without having a direct say in the proceedings.

But when he was injured he was in the next center-back. Ozan Kabak It was an important part of his campaign and demonstrated his altruistic nature.

Favorite FabinhoHenderson was called in when the Reds had to conquer the fort by setting up something that had not been tested or tested, and when they were in big trouble. Nut Phillips and Squirrel Williams Due to the rigor of Premier League and Champions League football.

There he played nine times with four different partners and leveraged the intelligence of the game to do better than expected.

Didn’t start smooth Southampton The midfielder was in a position he described as “difficult” and “trying to do his best”, but he rose to the challenge like a true pro and captain.

However, it was in the middle of the season that he performed best in the season. Everton (He took the moment to claim the season with his hands), Crystal Palace And at home Tottenham It would be hard to find the grass leaves and eardrums he didn’t cover, but he couldn’t play with a cheerful voice.

He averaged 86.4 team best passes and 1.6 steals each. It shows his immeasurable involvement inside and outside the ball.

Ultimately, the legitimate indication from both the injury and the center-back that he was not in the middle of the pitch speculates the importance of Henderson. Jurgen KloppLiverpool.

There was no random treatment for Henderson, but his influence was widespread in 2020/21.

Heroes out of scope

“Anyone can see it after a tough journey with a lot of obstacles – personality, personality, ability. It’s a complete package,” Klopp said at the end of 2020.

“You are a world class athlete, a football player, but a better person. “

There is no conflict there.

From handing over his social media to tackling online abuse, he has promoted holding a social platform to explain these abuses, led the league captain’s accusations against the Super League and teammates from Lives Matter. He led a united response and showed his support for the Black Lives Matter protest – Henderson did it all with grace and with a deep desire to understand.

In addition to his work with the NHS Charity, which was initiated by his role in the ‘Players Together Project’ throughout the pandemic, you are the man who embodies the club’s motto, You’ll Never Walk Alone. I have.

And the above is exactly what we were told. There must be countless other examples of Henderson’s nature for Henderson to be of use to anyone, anytime, anywhere.

Henderson takes the lead in talking, walking around, unafraid to ask for clarification from big business, governments, or his employers, and never admire him.

These are qualities that are admired and appreciated. Jordan Henderson ..

And after?

Hopefully Henderson is far from a center-back next season.

Captain, important part of Liverpool’s backbone, Fabinho in the middle of the park, definitely trying to make a connection with Thiago So far we’ve only played together in the middle of the game twice.

A lack of contribution to the goal from the midfielder division partly influenced Liverpool’s style, so this is a welcome development to help Henderson add to the tally and share the load again. is.

The priority is that he be ready to participate in the preseason as soon as possible to help him fully exit the euro and return to the silverware.

And what you can 100% expect is for Henderson to continue to be the influential and inspiring captain, leader and legend we know and love.

Best moment: Fight online abuse and help destroy the Super League

Worst moment: Inguinal injury forced to be absent for 3 months

Role for next season: The key man in the middle, hopefully the one with the trophy!