Steven Gerrard, Al Ettifaq part ways after 18 months

Ex-Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard and Saudi side Al-Ettifaq have parted ways by mutual consent after 18 months in charge.

“Ettifaq football club and Steven Gerrard have mutually agreed to part company,” the club said in a statement on Thursday.

Gerrard had been in charge since the summer of 2023 and a year ago signed a new deal to take him through to 2027.

Last season, Al-Ettifaq finished sixth but the 44-year-old departs with the club 12th in the 18-team Saudi Pro League, having lost eight of their 17 matches.

He has taken charge of 59 matches in all competitions, winning just 23.

“From the first day I was warmly welcomed and I have enjoyed the chance to work in a new country with a different culture,” said Gerrard.

“So overall I have learnt a lot and it’s been a positive experience personally and for my family as well.

“But football is unpredictable and sometimes things don’t go the way we want.”

AFP

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