"Raheem is a fantastic player. I think you've seen that in the Premier League and even when he's played for England," said Henderson, after Saturday's goalles draw with Ecuador in which Sterling was suspended.
"Possibly it could make him a secret weapon because he's not played. Obviously, he will have been disappointed he could not feature, but in training he has looked very, very good, so he'll be thriving on this.
"I think he's outstanding, has no fear. For such a young boy he's got great awareness and his knowledge of the game is really good. I think he can be a big plus for us in this World Cup."