Liverpool defender Emre Can has revealed that Jordan Henderson has earned the respect of his teammates as vice-captain.

The 21-year-old underlined that Henderson is a strong leader and knows how to act at the right place at the right time.

“He is a leader on the pitch and he is always there for you, including off the pitch. You can always go and talk to him. He is a great lad. He likes to have a laugh and a joke, but he also knows when it’s time to be serious,” Can told the Liverpo Echo.

“He is more of a quiet character but when push comes to shove, he’s not shy in coming forward in saying what has to be done.”

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Henderson extended his Liverpool deal to 2020 this week and is expected to replace outgoing Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard next season.

The 24-year-old joined the Reds on a £16m move from Sunderland in 2011.

Can joined Liverpool as a central midfielder but has played predominantly as a defender in Brendan Rodgers back-three.

The Liverpool youngster has one goal and one assist in 33 appearances for the Reds in all competitions this season.

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