The Saudi club “Al-Ettifaq” formalized the arrival of the English technician Steven Gerrard, the former coach of the “Glasgow Rangers” and “Aston Villa” teams.

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Steven Gerrard, the new coach of Al-Ettifaq

Gerrard initially rejected the first offer from Al-Ettifaq, but accepted it after he was presented with a working plan that includes future transfers from Europe’s top clubs to ensure Al-Ettifaq compete for the title next season, News.ro said.

The length of the contract or salary of the former Liverpool FC star has not yet been made public.

Steven Gerrard has not coached since November 2022, when he was released by England’s Aston Villa.

Know:

  • Last season, Al-Ettifaq finished 7th in the Professional League of Saudi Arabia.
  • Subsequently, “Al-Ettifaq” was coached by Ioan Andone, Ion Marin, Eusebiu Tudor and Gheorghe Mulcescu.