Aston Villa Manager: CONFIRMED! Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard appointed as Aston Villa’s new manager: Gerrard guided Glasgow Rangers to the Scottish Premiership title last season, finishing the campaign undefeated in the league. The 41-year-old has attracted many admirers in the game for his work in transforming the fortunes of the Glasgow giants while also implementing an attractive, attacking style of football.
Gerrard, who enjoyed a glittering playing career with Liverpool and England, joined Rangers in 2018 following a spell as an Academy Coach at Liverpool.
CEO Christian Purslow said: “The Board of Aston Villa is delighted to appoint Steven as our new Head Coach.
“Since moving into coaching after his illustrious playing career, Steven began by managing and developing top young players in the Liverpool FC Academy which is an experience we value highly at Aston Villa.
“He then took the brave decision to test himself in the intense and high pressured environment of the Scottish Old Firm. His subsequent achievement in winning the Premiership title with Glasgow Rangers really caught our eye as did his experience in Europe.
“It has been very clear in our discussions with him that Steven’s coaching ambitions, philosophy, and values entirely match those of Aston Villa.
“We are excited he has agreed to lead us in the next phase of our ambitious plans as we look to build on the progress made since Nassef Sawiris and Wes Edens took over the club in 2018”
Aston Villa Manager: CONFIRMED! Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard appointed as Aston Villa’s new manager
When Aston Villa’s superstar player Jack Grealish was sold to Manchester City in the summer for a Premier League record fee of £100 million, the Villa management looked to have a difficult job on their hands to replace him, but the board exceeded all expectations and brought in quality players to replace the England international, including the likes of Danny Ings, Emi Buendia, and Leon Bailey.
Aston Villa Football Club can confirm that the Club have parted company with Head Coach Dean Smith.
— Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) November 7, 2021
Aston Villa new manager: How did the deal transpire over the last days?
Steven Gerrard set to replace Dean Smith as the new Aston Villa manager: Former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard looks to be the Villa board’s preferred candidate for taking over the job. He’s currently the head coach of reigning Scottish Premiership Champions Ranger Fc.
The former England international has 2½ years left on his contract but Ibrox chiefs will not stand in his way if he wants out given their financial struggles (Rangers reported an annual loss of £23.5m and haven’t spent anything in transfers over the past 2 years), according to the many sources, Villa owners Nassef Sawiris and Wes Edens are prepared to pay compensation in excess of £3 million to the Scottish side.
According to Transfer-market expert Fabrizio Romano, “Aston Villa have their contract proposal ready for Steven Gerrard and his backroom staff. Paperwork time in order to complete the agreement on compensation for Rangers.”
Aston Villa have their contract proposal ready for Steve Gerrard and his back-room staff. Paperworks time in order to complete the agreement on compensation for Rangers. 🏴🏴🤝 #AVFC
Final details to be sorted and then Gerrard is expected to join Aston Villa as new manager.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) November 11, 2021
According to the reliable English outlet The Guardian, “Steven Gerrard’s appointment could be confirmed by end of this week. The 2005 UEFA Champions League winner is also expected to bring his backroom coaches Michael Beale, Gary McAllister, Tom Culshaw, and Jordan Milsom with him from Rangers to Villa.
Aston Villa Manager: Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard edging closer to replace Dean Smith as the new Aston Villa manager
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