Steven Gerrard Agrees Deal to Manage Al-Ettifaq, Eyes Jordan Henderson and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang Signings
Former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard has agreed a deal to manage Al-Ettifaq in the Saudi Pro League, and is reportedly targeting an ambitious move for Liverpool midfielder Jordan Henderson and Chelsea striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang as marquee signings.
Gerrard initially rejected the chance to join the Saudi Pro League last month, but has since U-turned on his decision and has now reached an agreement to manage Al-Ettifaq for the upcoming campaign.
According to MailOnline, the Saudi club are already lining up two key signings for Gerrard as they are looking to land Henderson with a lucrative offer. The former Liverpool captain is also reportedly eyeing a move for Chelsea striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
Jordan Henderson: Liverpool Midfielder Targeted by Steven Gerrard
Jordan Henderson, who turns 34 later this month, still has two years remaining on his deal with Liverpool, but Jurgen Klopp has already bolstered his midfield with the signings of Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai this summer.
Henderson has been a key figure at Anfield since joining from Sunderland in 2011, making over 350 appearances and captaining the Reds to Champions League and Premier League glory. He was also awarded an MBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list last year for his services to football.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang: Chelsea Striker Linked With Al-Ettifaq Move
The report also claims that Al-Ettifaq are lining up an offer for Chelsea striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. The former Arsenal forward struggled in his first season at Stamford Bridge and is now looking to leave the club this summer.
Chelsea are keen to get the 34-year-old off their wage bill and could even allow him to leave on a free transfer. Aubameyang has been one of the Premier League’s most prolific strikers since joining Arsenal in 2018, scoring 61 goals in 97 appearances for the Gunners.
Al-Ettifaq: Saudi Pro League Club Looking to Make an Impact
Al-Ettifaq, meanhwile, finished seventh in the 16-team Saudi Pro League last season and are not one of the four sides controlled by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, who are investing heavily this summer. With Gerrard at the helm and two high-profile signings potentially on their way, Al-Ettifaq will be looking to make an impact in the upcoming season.
Conclusion
Steven Gerrard has agreed a deal to manage Al-Ettifaq in the Saudi Pro League, and is reportedly targeting an ambitious move for Liverpool midfielder Jordan Henderson and Chelsea striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang as marquee signings. Al-Ettifaq finished seventh in the 16-team Saudi Pro League last season, but with Gerrard at the helm and two high-profile signings potentially on their way, they will be looking to make an impact in the upcoming season.