Rodriguez scored his first Reds goal yesterday and was a vital player in the attack says Gerrard.
"Maxi is a fantastic player," said the skipper.
"He's got good movement and as a footballer it's a pleasure to play with good players and that's what Maxi is because he's a fantastic player.
"He was really fresh and that showed in his performance and he took his goal really well.
"He has been terrific for us in the last five or six games. It's unfortunate for us he can't play in the Europa League because he is an intelligent player and he can unlock defences."