Steven Gerrard’s Winless Streak Continues as Al-Ettifaq Manager
Steven Gerrard, the Liverpool legend, is facing a challenging start to his managerial career at Al-Ettifaq. After three consecutive matches without a win, Gerrard is eager to turn things around before the start of the Saudi Pro League next month.
A Disappointing Friendly Clash
In a friendly match against Lokomotiva Zagreb in Croatia, Al-Ettifaq suffered a 1-0 defeat. This loss comes after a 2-1 defeat against Varazdin and a 1-1 draw against Zalaegerszegi, both Croatian and Hungarian sides respectively. Gerrard had hoped for a more successful start to his tenure as Al-Ettifaq manager.
Preparing for the Saudi Pro League
The Saudi Pro League is set to begin on August 14th, and Gerrard is determined to whip his team into shape before the competition kicks off. Their first match will be against Al-Nassr, a team led by Cristiano Ronaldo. Gerrard understands the importance of starting the league with a win and will be working hard to achieve that goal.
Potential New Signings
Despite the disappointing results, Al-Ettifaq is looking to strengthen their squad before the start of the Saudi Pro League. One potential signing is Liverpool’s Jordan Henderson, who is on the verge of completing a move to join Gerrard in Saudi Arabia. The deal is rumored to be worth £12 million and could see Henderson earning £700,000 per week.
In addition to Henderson, Al-Ettifaq is also closing in on a deal to sign defender Jack Baldwin from Club Brugge. The team is actively seeking reinforcements to improve their performance in the upcoming league.
Moussa Dembele’s Potential Move
Another player that could be joining Al-Ettifaq is Moussa Dembele. The former Fulham and Celtic striker is currently a free agent after leaving Lyon at the end of last season. This opens up the opportunity for him to make a move to the Saudi Pro League and potentially contribute to Al-Ettifaq’s success.
Conclusion
Steven Gerrard’s start as Al-Ettifaq manager has been challenging, with three consecutive matches without a win. However, with potential new signings like Jordan Henderson and Jack Baldwin, as well as the possibility of Moussa Dembele joining the team, there is hope for improvement. Gerrard is determined to whip his team into shape before the start of the Saudi Pro League and secure a win against Al-Nassr. Only time will tell if Gerrard can turn things around and lead Al-Ettifaq to success in the upcoming season.