Despite his team’s dismal performance and Jordan Henderson’s impending departure, Steven Gerrard has apparently agreed to a two-year contract extension with Al-Ettifaq.
The former England international has consented to sign a contract extension with the Saudi Pro League team that would keep him there until 2027, according to The Athletic. The board is behind Gerrard despite their terrible performance and has promised to bring in new players to help them change their SPL fortunes.
After leaving Aston Villa in October 2022, Gerrard signed with Al-Ettifaq in July 2023. The Dammam-based team has battled for consistency since his departure; they have now gone eight games without a win and are down to ninth place with just 25 points from 19 games. Furthermore, the midfield will be weakened by Henderson’s impending departure from the team. But Gerrard has plenty of time to find a replacement for the seasoned midfield player, as the SPL is now on hiatus owing to the ongoing AFC Asian Cup.
Gerrard had a great three-year tenure at Rangers, leading them to the Scottish Premiership title in the 2020–21 season, prior to taking over as manager of Aston Villa. Before accepting the offer, it was stated that the manager had second thoughts about accepting the position in Saudi Arabia.