Jordan Henderson added his name to an illustrious list on Saturday as he captained Liverpool to Champions League glory.
Following the Reds' historic triumph over Tottenham in Madrid, the midfielder is now set to be given the Freedom of the City of Sunderland.
The plan to bestow Henderson with the incredible honour has been confirmed by Sunderland City Council, though plans are said to be at an early stage.
Speaking to the Sunderland Echo, deputy-leader Michael Mordey said: "Freedom of the City for Jordan Henderson is an idea that has been suggested by the majority Labour Group, which the council is now considering.
"He has always been a fantastic ambassador for his home city, his club and his country.
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"Honouring Jordan would follow freedoms awarded to Sunderland football club legends Niall Quinn MBE in 2013 and Jimmy Montgomery MBE in 2016."
The 28-year-old joined Liverpool from the Black Cats in 2011, and won his second trophy with the Reds at the weekend following League Cup success in 2012.
Henderson arrived at the England training camp on Tuesday along with team-mates Trent Alexander-Arnold and Joe Gomez.
With Gareth Southgate's side set to face Ronald Koeman's Netherlands team on Thursday in the Nations League semi-final.
