Liverpool Legend Steven Gerrard Named Manager of Saudi Club Al Ettifaq
- Gerrard had initially declined an offer from Al Ettifaq but reopened talks and accepted the position.
- Al Ettifaq finished seventh in the Saudi Pro League last season and is hoping Gerrard can help rebuild the team.
- Gerrard previously managed Rangers, leading them to a Scottish league title, and Aston Villa but was fired last season.
- Saudi Arabia has been recruiting high-profile soccer figures like Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema to raise the profile of their domestic league.
- As a player, Gerrard was a Liverpool icon who won numerous trophies, including the 2005 Champions League, but never claimed a Premier League title.