Brendan Rodgers has given Jordan Henderson reassurance

Brendan Rodgers has given Jordan Henderson reassurance by insisting that can always rely on the Liverpool midfielder.

Jordan Henderson is under pressure for his place

Henderson is fighting to win back his place at Anfield after being left out of Rodgers' starting line-up for the last four league matches. The England Under-21 captain's form has picked up in recent months, having made a slow start to life on Merseyside following a £16 million move from Sunderland in the summer of 2011.

At one stage, he looked to be on his way out of Anfield, having been offered to Fulham last summer as part of an unsuccessful bid to bring in Clint Dempsey.

Brendan Rodgers was full of praise for Luis Suarez despite the striker's failure to convert one of his myriad chances against Reading.

Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers was full of praise for Luis Suarez despite the striker's failure to convert one of his myriad chances against Reading.

Luis Suarez was guilty of missing a glut of chances against Reading

Suarez, 25, provided the assist for Raheem Sterling's winning goal in the 1-0 victory at Anfield but was guilty of missing several opportunities, with nine of his ten attempts on goal not even hitting the target.

However, Rodgers refused to criticise his forward, insisting that there is nothing wrong with Suarez's strike rate.

"He's not perfect but he has got a great return if you look at his stats, when he was at Ajax and since he has come into here," Rodgers said.

Brendan Rodgers insists the club can qualify for next season's Champions League

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers insists the club can qualify for next season's Champions League if they cut out their defensive mistakes.

Brendan Rodgers is confident in his side's ability

Rodgers accused his players of losing concentration and becoming lazy after the 3-2 defeat at home to Udinese in the Europa League on Thursday.

The Reds have also suffered a stuttering start to their Premier League campaign, sitting 14th with just one win after six games.

However, despite their setbacks, the former Swansea boss has echoed captain Steven Gerrard's claims that they can finish in the Premier League's top four this season.

Luis Suarez believes Liverpool's performances will start bringing Premier League

Luis Suarez believes Liverpool's performances will start bringing Premier League victories once they get a change of luck.

Luis Suarez has gained a reputation for simulation

Brendan Rodgers' side are in the bottom three after picking up only two points from their first five league matches. But Suarez is adamant that a lack of fortune has held Liverpool back this season.

The Uruguayan forward has seen two decent penalty appeals rejected in the club's last two league games, collecting a yellow card for diving at Sunderland when John O'Shea appeared to catch him, then getting nothing for Jonny Evans' challenge in last Sunday's home defeat by Manchester United.

Brendan Rodgers has highlighted Jamie Carragher's importance in developing the club's young potential,

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers has highlighted Jamie Carragher's importance in developing the club's young potential, as he prepares the Anfield stalwart for a coaching role while underlining his continued contribution on the pitch.

Jamie Carragher: Into his 17th season with Liverpool

Carragher, no longer a first-team regular but still an integral part of Rodgers' plans in the defender's 17th season with Liverpool, has a key function in the nurturing of the new batch of talent coming through according to Rodgers.

The former England international's ability to lead on the pitch combined with his manner off it is an invaluable asset to Rodgers, who is handing Carragher the captain's armband for the Capital One Cup tie against West Brom on Wednesday evening as he utilises the 34-year-old's leadership qualities on the pitch.

Brad Jones is aiming to make the most of a fresh start under Brendan Rodgers by kick-starting his Liverpool career

Brad Jones is aiming to make the most of a fresh start under Brendan Rodgers by kick-starting his Liverpool career.

Brad Jones is now second choice

The goalkeeper has made six senior appearances for the club since arriving from Middlesbrough in the summer of 2010. But Rodgers has indicated he is prepared to give Jones a chance in both the Europa League and the Capital One Cup this season.

The Australian has played in two of Liverpool's five European games this season, and is set for a League Cup run-out at West Brom on Wednesday night. Pepe Reina remains Liverpool's first choice keeper, but Jones has risen from third to second in the pecking order while Alexander Doni has been on leave in Brazil.

Liverpool conditioning coach Darren Burgess is returning to his native Australia

Liverpool conditioning coach Darren Burgess is returning to his native Australia as Liverpool's backroom shake-up continues.

Brendan Rodgers is making changes at Liverpool

Burgess, who was brought to Anfield after working with Australia at the 2010 World Cup, is the third senior member of the club's medical team to leave this year.

Peter Brukner, Liverpool's head of sports science, went in April, while physio manager Phil Coles is also moving on as he prepares to join Australia rugby league club Newcastle Knights in November.

Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers complained referee Mark Halsey cost his side the game

Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers complained referee Mark Halsey cost his side the game after their 2-1 defeat to Manchester United.

Jonjo Shelvey gets his marching orders for a two-footed tackle

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The Liverpool manager was unhappy with Halsey's decision to dismiss Jonjo Shelvey as well as the award of the penalty that Robin van Persie converted in the 81st minute, saying Luis Suarez should also have been given a spot kick.

And Rodgers felt both sides could have been down to ten men before half-time when Jonny Evans escaped unpunished from the challenge that resulted in Shelvey's departure.

Jose Mourinho has delivered a damning indictment of Liverpool's current predicament

Jose Mourinho has delivered a damning indictment of Liverpool's current predicament under new boss Brendan Rodgers, insisting the 39-year-old cannot win the Premier League while he remains at Anfield.

Brendan Rodgers: Much is expected

Mourinho is a big fan of Rodgers, having worked with the Northern Irishman during his time at Chelsea. The Real Madrid boss rates him as a coach and as a person, but he fears for his future at Liverpool.

The Reds are yet to win a league game under Rodgers this season ahead of Sunday's encounter with Manchester United. And Rodgers has already been introduced to the financial shortcomings of the club after he released Andy Carroll on loan, only to see no new face arrive as replacement on transfer deadline day.

Sir Alex Ferguson is hopeful that his Liverpool counterpart Brendan Rodgers

Sir Alex Ferguson is hopeful that his Liverpool counterpart Brendan Rodgers is afforded time at Anfield, but accepts that in modern football patience is uncommon.

Brendan Rodgers and Sir Alex Ferguson will meet on Sunday

Rodgers, 39, has already come under pressure after failing to win his opening four Premier League matches in charge at Liverpool, after being appointed as their boss in the summer.

In contrast, Ferguson, who will face the Northern Irishman when Manchester United travel to the Reds on Sunday, has been in charge at Old Trafford for over 25 years.

Brendan Rodgers is confident Luis Suarez will shake hands with Manchester United

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers is confident Luis Suarez will shake hands with Manchester United defender Patrice Evra ahead of Sunday's emotionally charged match at Anfield.

Luis Suarez and Patrice Evra: The infamous non-handshake

Suarez was handed an eight-match ban by the FA after being found guilty of racially abusing the France international at Anfield last season, and refused to shake Evra's hand when the teams met at Old Trafford on his return.

Sunday's game is Liverpool's first at Anfield since the findings of the Hillsborough Independent Panel cleared the club's supporters of any role in the deaths of 96 fans during the 1989 FA Cup semi-final, with both sides set to pay tribute to the dead and their families prior to kick-off.

Sir Alex Ferguson has urged Liverpool to give Brendan Rodgers the time he needs to succeed at Anfield.

Sir Alex Ferguson has urged Liverpool to give Brendan Rodgers the time he needs to succeed at Anfield.

Sir Alex Ferguson: 'It's a results business'

Rodgers has yet to win a league game as, for the first time in 101 years, Liverpool have not been victorious in any of their opening four league fixtures.

Ferguson took three and a half years to win his first trophy at Old Trafford following his appointment in 1986. His first league title did not come until his seventh season at United, and the 70-year-old believes the climate in football has changed during his time at the club.

Jamie Carragher has been told by Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers

Jamie Carragher has been told by Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers that he does have an Anfield future beyond this season.

Jamie Carragher: Could play on

Rodgers has indicated that it will be up to the 34-year-old defender to decide whether to continue playing or join the coaching staff. Carragher has started three of Liverpool's four Europa League matches this season, but has played only half-an-hour of Premier League football.

He will captain an inexperienced side on Thursday night as they face their first Europa League Group A match against Young Boys in Berne.

Brendan Rodgers has suggested the threadbare nature of his Liverpool squad

Brendan Rodgers has suggested the threadbare nature of his Liverpool squad is the reason behind his decision to take a string of youngsters for their Europa League clash with Young Boys.

GettyImagesBrendan Rodgers: Keen to avoid injuries

Rodgers endured a frustrating summer, with players such as Dirk Kuyt and Andy Carroll moving on without being adequately replaced. The Reds have made a poor start to the Premier League season and face a real test against Manchester United at the weekend.

With that game in mind, Rodgers has drafted in the likes of Samed Yesil, Suso, Conor Coady, Andre Wisdom, Adam Morgan, Peter Gulacsi and Dani Pacheco for the trip to Switzerland.

Rodgers is confident the youngsters can cut it at the highest level and has challenged them to take their chance, while admitting his focus is the Premier League.

Hillsborough group demands new inquests will demand new inquests

Rodgers proud of fans after Hillsborough emotion

Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers talks about how his team and himself are dealing with a recent emotional setback.

The Hillsborough Families Support Group will demand new inquests - and possible criminal prosecutions - into the tragedy following the publication of findings on the tragedy from an independent panel.

On Wednesday, the Hillsborough Independent Panel announced the results of its investigation into the disaster, which saw 96 people killed at the 1989 FA Cup semi-final between Liverpool and Nottingham Forest. The investigation revealed the full extent of the police cover-up of events as Liverpool supporters were exonerated from any blame for the confusion on the day.

Liverpool legend Ian Rush is adamant that Brendan Rodgers will be a success at Anfield

Liverpool legend Ian Rush is adamant that Brendan Rodgers will be a success at Anfield if he is given time.

Having enjoyed a distinguished playing career at Liverpool, Ian Rush now works as a club ambassador

Rodgers replaced Kenny Dalglish as manager in June but has failed to win any of his first four league games at the Reds helm.

Saturday's 1-1 draw at Sunderland has left Liverpool with two points from a possible 12, their worst start to a season since 1911.

But Rush, who won five league titles during two spells at the club in the 1980s and 1990s, sees signs that Rodgers is starting to pull things together.

Brendan Rodgers is certain that Liverpool teenager Raheem Sterling's surprise England call-up won't go to his head.

Brendan Rodgers is certain that Liverpool teenager Raheem Sterling's surprise England call-up won't go to his head.

Raheem Sterling has represented England at under-17 and under-19 level

Instead, Rodgers believes that Sterling's rapid rise will act as an inspiration to the club's Academy players.

England manager Roy Hodgson called up the 17-year-old for Tuesday night's World Cup qualifier against Ukraine at Wembley after Theo Walcott withdrew due to illness.

Sterling, who made his Liverpool debut against Wigan in March, didn't get on to the pitch at Wembley, but his selection still raised eyebrows, given that he has never played for England above Under-19 level.

Pepe Reina is happy to stay at Liverpool despite a poor start

Pepe Reina is happy to stay at Liverpool despite a poor start to the season and uncertainty over his first-team future, according to his manager.

Reina has made uncharacteristic mistakes

Brendan Rodgers has backed a statement from the goalkeeper's agent dismissing suggestions that a move away from Anfield is in the offing.

Rodgers has been linked with a January move for Swansea keeper Michel Vorm after Reina made costly errors in early-season games against Manchester City, Arsenal and Hearts.

Brendan Rodgers is ready to look to Liverpool's academy

Brendan Rodgers is ready to look to Liverpool's academy to bolster his attack after insisting that he will not try to sign any free agents before January.

Brendan Rodgers failed to land his transfer deadline day targets

Liverpool manager Rodgers was left with just two senior forwards after failing to bring in either Clint Dempsey or Daniel Sturridge to replace Andy Carroll, who has joined West Ham on a season's loan.

Rodgers has made it clear that he only let Carroll go before the transfer window closed because he thought he had a replacement lined up.

Liverpool have since been linked with a number of free agents, who can be signed outside the transfer window, but Rodgers said no moves were ever made to sign Michael Owen, Emile Heskey or Alessandro Del Piero.

Brendan Rodgers expects his Liverpool squad to represent the determination and perseverance shown

Brendan Rodgers expects his Liverpool squad to represent the determination and perseverance shown by the families of the Hillsborough disaster victims this weekend, revealing he saw the magnitude of the past week's events register in the eyes of every player.

96 people tragically lost their lives in the Hillsborough disaster

Liverpool Football Club came together for a vigil in Liverpool city centre on Wednesday following the publication of the Hillsborough Independent Panel's report, which stated that 41 of 96 fans killed on April 15, 1989 might have been saved.

Rodgers expressed his "shock" at the report's findings, as well as revealing a silence that was held by his squad at the club's training ground. Liverpool must now attempt to focus on the task of earning a first league win of the season at Sunderland, and Rodgers believes his players recognise the responsibility they carry as the club's representatives.