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Will Liverpool let the title slip again, like Steven Gerrard did all those years ago?

Despite Liverpool enjoying a two-point lead over Manchester City after 10 games, it’s difficult to see anyone but Pep Guardiola’s side lifting the trophy at the end of May next year.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Alexis Mac Allister ‘wonder goal’ fires Liverpool back to Premier League summit

Alexis Mac Allister fired Liverpool back to the top of the Premier League with a ‘wonder goal’ which helped his side to a 3-1 win over Sheffield United on Thursday.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

From Ange Postecoglou to Steven Gerrard . . . Five contenders to replace Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool

From Ange Postecoglou to Steven Gerrard, we take a look at five managers who can take over as Liverpool boss with Jurgen Klopp leaving the club at the end of the season.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

‘No one to blame’ for Jordan Henderson’s Ajax move as Steven Gerrard signs new Saudi deal

Former Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson has left Al-Ettifaq in Saudi Arabia after only six months at the club to join faltering Dutch giants Ajax.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Mason Greenwood might still have a home in football despite getting the boot at Manchester United

A surprise move from Manchester United to the Saudi Pro League with the Steven Gerrard-coached Al-Ettifaq is suddenly on the cards for Mason Greenwood.

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Michael Sherman|Published

Saudi football revolution ‘long-term project’, says top official

A senior league official says Saudi Arabia’s extraordinary football revolution is a ‘long-term project’, unlike China’s short-lived boom from a few years ago.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

‘Today I leave my home . . . ’ Fabinho says goodbye to Liverpool for Saudi club Al-Ittihad

Brazil midfielder Fabinho has signed a three-year deal with Saudi Arabian side Al-Ittihad after completing his move from Liverpool.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

WATCH: Steven Gerrard says ‘family feeling’ was a key reason for joining Al-Ettifaq

Steven Gerrard said a ‘family feeling’ at Saudi Arabian Pro league club Al-Ettifaq was one of the things that persuaded him to accept a coaching job with the side.

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Reuters|Published

Steven Gerrard joins Saudi influx to take charge of Al-Ettifaq

Former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard is the latest star name to make the move to Saudi Arabia after signing a deal to become head coach of Al-Ettifaq.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Arsenal drop points as Aston Villa move on from Steven Gerrard era in style

Arsenal had to settle for a point from their Premier League game against Southampton on Sunday, while managerless Aston Villa hammered Brentford in their first match without Steven Gerrard.

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Reuters|Published

Gerrard's reputation takes a hit after Aston Villa sacking

Steven Gerrard’s sacking as Aston Villa manager on Thursday has been a severe blow to his managerial reputation.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

WATCH: Steven Gerrard fired by Aston Villa after Fulham thrashing

Steven Gerrard paid the price for Villa's wretched start to the season, which sees the club languishing just one place above the Premier League relegation zone.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Steven Gerrard reveals Prince of Wales sent support message to Aston Villa

Steven Gerrard has revealed the Prince of Wales found time to send a message of support to Aston Villa while he mourns the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

West Ham United win piles pressure on Steven Gerrard, Newcastle United snatch draw

West Ham United beat Aston Villa to secure their first win on the season and put pressure on Steven Gerrard, while Newcastle United and Wolverhampton Wanderers shared the points.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published

Steven Gerrard wins duel with Frank Lampard to get Villa off the mark

Goals from Danny Ings and Emi Buendia eased the pressure on Steven Gerrard as Aston Villa beat Everton in their Premier League clash on Saturday afternoon.

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Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published