Steven Gerrard leaves his role as Al Ettifaq manager by mutual consent; the ex-Liverpool and England midfielder departs after 18 months in charge of the Saudi Arabian club; Al Ettifaq 12th in the Saudi Pro League,

Liverpool midfielder endured a tricky time at the Asian club and parted company today, avoiding the impending back-to-back sacking.

STEVEN GERRARD left his role as Al-Ettifaq boss after 18 months in charge. The former Liverpool captain had been under mounting pressure with his side languishing just five points above the

Steven Gerrard explains resignation after leaving Al-Ettifaq by ‘mutual consent’ - The Liverpool legend was under pressure following a poor run of form in the Saudi Pro League

The 44-year-old has left the Saudi Pro League side with the club 12th in the 18-team table, having lost eight of their 17 matches.

The Dutchman ended his five-year stay at Anfield back in the summer of 2022 after the expiration of his contract, which he signed in 2016 after arriving from Newcastle United. During his time on Merseyside, Wijnaldum became a fan favourite as he made 237 appearances for the Reds and won four major trophies.

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