Sky Sports Scout - Jordan Henderson

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Latest under our scout's gaze is Sunderland's Jordan Henderson - recommended by Sky Sports reader Sarah Wild.

The scout reports...

Jordan Henderson is Sunderland's big hope and the 19-year-old has the potential to become one of Wearside's finest ever products.

Henderson has been with his hometown club since his early teens and he quickly graduated through the ranks.

He made his first-team debut in November 2008, before he was sent on loan to Coventry City in January 2009.

His loan stint at Coventry did him the world of good as he impressed hugely.

Steve Bruce's arrival at Sunderland over the summer has seen Henderson's career take a step to the next level.

A winger by trade, he was never anywhere but wide on the right throughout his youth days, and indeed at Coventry it was on the wing where he impressed.

But Bruce has recognised Henderson's natural physique, an all-around athlete whose engine he obviously feels is wasted out wide.

Indeed Henderson has now moved into central midfield and has taken to the role like a duck to water. His excellent close control and skill means he has the raw material to make it in the engine room.

Whilst his tackling is a work in progress, it is far from being a weak link in his game, but his willingness to cover almost every blade of grass on the pitch means he rarely needs to dive in to a challenge.

Recently rewarded for his progress with a new four-year contract.

The scout says...

Very reminiscent of a young Steven Gerrard, and whilst still a rough diamond Bruce's decision to move him into central midfield could be a masterstroke.

With Sunderland's financial muscle, there is no way Henderson will be leaving the Stadium of Light any time soon and that will allow him to progress where he feels at home, but if he hits the heights expected - then it may not be long before the 'big boys' come calling.

The Scout rating...

Shooting: 6 out of 10

Passing: 8 out of 10

Tackling: 7 out of 10

Heading: 6 out of 10

Pace: 8 out of 10

Vision: 8 out of 10

Current ability: 8 out of 10

Potential ability: 10 out of 10

OVERALL SCOUT RATING: 61/80

Current value: £6million

Potential value: £18million

Your opinion...

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