Gerrard, who once commanded the EPL, is about to be replaced in Saudi Arabia

Jan 30, 2025

Gerrard, who once commanded the EPL, is about to be replaced in Saudi Arabia
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Gerrard, who once commanded the EPL, is about to be replaced in Saudi Arabia
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Legend' Steven Gerrard is also failing in Saudi Arabia.

The Athletic reported that `Gerrard is going to leave RT Park.' RT Park has fallen to 12th place in the Saudi league. He has won only one game in the last four games. In particular, Gerrard, who lost his position even further after being completely defeated by second-tier side Al Jabalin in the King's Cup earlier in the season, could not avoid a blade of hard work in the end.

Gerrard chose to go to Saudi Arabia in July last year. RT Park appointed `Gerrard as new manager' through the club's official channel' announced. The contract period was two years, until 2025. Chairman Khaled al-Dabha said "Gerrard is the first England manager of the Saudi league. "Gerrard's addition will undoubtedly bring about a leap forward in our league. "Gerrard will show that RT Park is strong during the new season. "




After signing Cristiano Ronaldo, Saudi Arabia has become the new Eldorado of world football. Saudi Arabia, which succeeded in hosting the 2030 World Cup, is concentrating on developing soccer by winning the right to host the 2023 Club World Cup following the 2027 Asian Cup. Saudi Arabia took over Newcastle United in the English Premier League with the Saudi National Fund (PIF) at the forefront and has stars. Saudi Crown Prince Muhammad bin Salman, dubbed the "Mr. Everything," wants to raise his international status around sports.

Gerrard, who once commanded the EPL, is about to be replaced in Saudi Arabia
Reuters Yonhap News
Gerrard, who once commanded the EPL, is about to be replaced in Saudi Arabia
photo capture=RtPark
Saudi Arabia, which has been eager to recruit a coach following the player, appointed Gerrard. Gerrard is an undoubtedly legendary player. He played only in Liverpool, England for 17 years from 1998 to 2015. Although he did not win the league, he won the European Champions League, the League Cup, and the FA Cup. He showed off his strong influence by going back and forth between offensive and defensive types. His strong mid-range shot is his specialty. In particular, he was excellent in leadership, so he did not miss the captain's armband. He scored 120 goals and 92 assists in 504 matches in the English Premier League (EPL).

Coach Gerrard, who ended his career after two seasons with the LA Galaxy in the U.S. Major League Soccer, took the path of a leader. Having led Liverpool's under-18 team since 2017, he was appointed as Scotland's Rangers manager in 2018. It has been successful. In the 2020-2021 season, he was recognized for his leadership by leading Rangers to an unbeaten league victory. It was a historic victory that changed the stream of Rangers, who had been behind Celtic for 10 years.




EPL clubs' love calls continued for Gerrard, who confirmed his ability, and he took the helm of Aston Villa in crisis in November 2021. Aston Villa gave Gerrard a boost by signing Philippe Coutinho. Gerrard was well received in the early days of his appointment by changing teams, but was mired in a slump last season. In the end, he was dismissed due to poor performance. Coach Gerrard, who was waiting for a European call, eventually decided to leave Europe. He took on a new challenge in the Middle East.

However, it did not meet expectations. After staying in sixth place last season, he continued to fall this season.






This article was translated by Naver AI translator.