Jude Bellingham has admitted Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard was his England idol when growing up.
The Borussia Dortmund midfielder, who the Reds are strong admirers of, has spoken of his admiration for the ex- Liverpool captain in the past and was keen to praise him once more ahead of the Three Lions' opening World Cup fixture versus Iran this afternoon.
Often compared to Gerrard due to his box-to-box playing style and leadership qualities when on the pitch, the 19-year-old's rise within the game has not gone unnoticed as his current employers prepare for big-money offers to secure the services of the Birmingham City academy graduate.
