The League Managers' Association chairman Howard Wilkinson has paid tribute to Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers for the dedication he gives to his job.

The Northern Irishman scooped the LMA Manager of the Year award on Monday night after guiding the Reds to a second-place finish in the Premier League.

Speaking at the ceremony on Monday evening, Wilkinson said: "Brendan is not an overnight success. Aged just 20, his career in professional football was cruelly halted by serious injury.

"Undaunted by such a devastating setback that can have a stunning effect on one's life, let alone career, he set off determined to get a coaching education and, along the way, he has filled almost every post in the game.

"His career as a manager has been eventful. Four years after securing his first job at Watford, and following much self-reflection after being dismissed at Reading, he enjoyed great success at Swansea before being appointed at Liverpool in June 2012 where he has made a huge impact. Being present at a match at Anfield this season was reminiscent of the truly good old days, long may it continue."

Liverpool finished their season with a 2-1 win over Newcastle United on Sunday.