Comolli: Gerrard is a top Liverpool captain, but lacks one vital quality...

What type of captain is Liverpool FC's Steven Gerrard? The prevailing fan perception seems to be that Gerrard leads by example on the pitch, but is somewhat lacking in the verbal leadership stakes. What does Liverpool's Director of Football, Damien Comolli, think?

In a recent interview, Comolli gave his views on Gerrard's strengths as a captain:

"If everyone in the group has the right attitude, then you need leaders.

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