Steven Gerrard starred in Liverpool's win against Leicester on Tuesday night – and manager Brendan Rodgers revealed he is prepared to carefully manage the player's season to get the best out of him. The 34-year-old, playing behind striker Rickie Lambert instead of the deeper role in front of the back four he occupied last season, scored and showed signs of the midfield force he used to be. Rodgers and Gerrard speak on a daily basis and the Liverpool boss insisted if they work closely together they can maximise his influence on the team. VIDEO Scroll down to watch Brendan Rodgers: We saw the energy in Steven Gerrard's legs
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Steven Gerrard scored in Liverpool's 3-1 win over Leicester on Tuesday
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The 34-year-old was placed behind Liverpool striker Rickie Lambert
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Gerrard was used in a deeper role last season in front of the back four
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