Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard has made a dramatic return to management by taking over the reins at Saudi Pro League side Al Ettifaq.
The 43-year-old, who enjoyed an incredible playing career at Anfield, has not returned to the dugout since he was sacked by Aston Villa after an ill-fated 11-month reign was ended in October 2022 with the Midlands outfit hovering above the Premier League's relegation zone.
But despite initially opting against a move to the Saudi Pro League outfit after talks were first held in June, Gerrard has now finalised a two-year contract to take over Al Ettifaq. The former Reds captain is the latest high-profile figure within the game to venture to the Middle East, just seven months after Cristiano Ronaldo paved the way and signed for Al Nassr following his departure from Manchester United.
