Former Liverpool defender Martin Skrtel has backed Steven Gerrard to become Jurgen Klopp's successor at Anfield once the German departs in 2026..
Klopp extended his contract at the club at the end of April, bringing to an end speculation over his long-term future. Gerrard had been mentioned as a potential candidate to take over the Reds prior to this agreement being reached, though this possibility has been further pushed back.
Approaching his first full season in charge of Aston Villa, Gerrard has overseen some shrewd transfer business and will have hopes of competing for European football following the permanent acquisition of Philippe Coutinho and additional arrivals of Sevilla defender Diego Carlos and Marseille midfielder Boubacar Kamara.
