Henderson has been an ever-present in the Liverpool side that sits second in the Premier League after losing just one of their opening seven games, and has displayed his versatility by playing in several different roles.
The 23-year-old was part of Roy Hodgson’s England set-up at the 2012 European Championship, but has not featured for his country since.
"I think there is a great opportunity there for Jordan," Rodgers told the Liverpool Echo.
"I look at Jordan and I think he's absolutely perfect for the World Cup squad. Firstly, in terms of the performance level he has shown so far this season
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