Jordan Henderson has made “a bigger impact” at Liverpool than Xabi Alonso ever did, claims Steve Nicol, with the club’s current captain considered to be “more effective” than a World Cup winner.
Between 2004 and 2009, the Reds boasted a Spanish schemer in the heart of their midfield.
Alonso, who would go on to star for Real Madrid and Bayern Munich while savouring considerable international success with Spain, was a key component in a Rafa Benitez side that won the Champions League in 2005.
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His ball-playing ability and penchant for a spectacular goal marked him out as a key figure for the Reds.