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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Jamie Braidwood

EXPLAINED: Steven gerrard explains resignation after leaving al ettifaq by mutual consent | Vintage Vibes

Steven Gerrard has left the Saudi Arabian club - (Getty Images)

Steven Gerrard has left Al-Ettifaq by mutual consent, with the Liverpool legend admitting his 18-month spell in charge of the Saudi Pro League side did not go as planned.

Gerrard was appointed Al-Ettifaq manager in the summer of 2023 on a reported £15m-a-season contract but he has been under pressure for months amid a poor run of form.

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