November 10th 2024.
Steven Gerrard: The Legend Who Refused to Give Up
Steven Gerrard is a name that will forever be etched in the minds of football fans, especially those of England and Liverpool. The iconic midfielder, now 44 years old, has recently been rumored to make a sensational return to one of his former clubs.
Gerrard has been facing immense pressure as the manager of Saudi Pro League team Al-Ettifaq. With just three wins in their first 12 league games, the team has slipped to 12th place in the table. The Anfield hero took on the role in the summer of 2023 and recently signed a contract extension to stay with the club until 2027.
However, things have not been going well for Al-Ettifaq, and there are reports that they may be considering sacking Gerrard. Their poor form has left them only four points above the relegation zone. Despite never winning the Premier League title during his 16-year spell at Liverpool, Gerrard is still regarded as one of the best midfielders in the league's history. He also has the fourth most appearances for England, with 114 caps.
After retiring in 2016, Gerrard tried his hand at management, leading Scottish giants Rangers, Premier League club Aston Villa, and now, Al-Ettifaq. His most successful stint was at Rangers, where he led the team to a record-breaking season in 2020-21. They won the Scottish Premiership title without losing a single league game and even beat their fierce rivals Celtic twice. However, Rangers have struggled since then and are currently third in the table, 12 points behind leaders Aberdeen after just 10 games.
With current Rangers manager Philippe Clement facing the possibility of being sacked, there are talks of Gerrard possibly returning to the club. Former Premier League star Danny Murphy believes it would be a difficult feat to replicate, but with Gerrard's determination and hard work, anything is possible.
This Sunday, Rangers will look to turn things around as they face struggling Hearts. But just last week, Scottish football legend Chris Sutton questioned why the team was persisting with Belgian boss Philippe Clement. He believes that the team is not in a good state, with no permanent chairman, chief executive, or director of football. He also criticized Clement's management style, comparing it to former manager Pedro Caixinha's "gibberish."
While Rangers are going through a rough patch, two of Gerrard's former clubs, Liverpool and Aston Villa, are thriving under new managers Arne Slot and Unai Emery, respectively. Liverpool currently sits five points clear at the top of the Premier League, while Villa is in a strong position in the Champions League after some impressive victories.
Despite the challenges and criticisms, Steven Gerrard remains a legend in the world of football. He never gave up, and his determination and hard work have earned him a place in history as one of the greatest midfielders to ever play the game. Whether he returns to one of his former clubs or stays with Al-Ettifaq, his legacy will continue to inspire and motivate future generations.
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