Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson expects manager Jurgen Klopp to bring in reinforcements this summer but believes the current squad can prove they are good enough.

“We see every day in training what he’s capable of. We saw glimpses of it last season but those injuries sort of knocked him off track a little bit, but I’ve told him this season is his season."

“I’m absolutely delighted and proud. It is a great honour and a huge privilege to be named as the captain of this football club."

Former Liverpool striker Michael Owen believes the club’s captain-elect Jordan Henderson will be England’s dominant midfielder over the next few years.

Roy Keane has always had an eye for a player.

Liverpool vice-captain Jordan Henderson has committed his long-term future to the club by signing a new five-year contract.

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Liverpool have refused to comment on reports midfielder Jordan Henderson has agreed a new five-year contract at the club.

Swansea 0 Liverpool 1

Jordan Henderson has set his sights on Manchester United after Liverpool edged out Swansea 1-0 at the Liberty Stadium on Monday night.

Liverpool maintained the pressure in the race for Champions League qualification as Jordan Henderson's fortunate second-half goal saw off Swansea at the Liberty Stadium to seal a 1-0 win.

Liverpool vice-captain Jordan Henderson accepts there is no guarantee he will take over the armband when Steven Gerrard leaves at the end of the season.