Graeme Souness has revealed former managers including Jock Stein and Sir Alex Ferguson influenced his "aggressive" punditry style after stepping back from Sky Sports duties.
The former Liverpool and Rangers midfielder has been a fixture of the broadcaster's Premier League for 15 years having started his media work after a spell as Newcastle United manager back in 2008, but he announced he was leaving live on air after Liverpool 's 4-3 win over Tottenham to a round of applause in the studio.
Souness, who turns 70 today has opened up on the next chapter in his life. He issued an apology to the likes of Jamie Redknapp, Gary Neville and Micah Richards who he has been involved in heated debates with throughout the years - admitting to a heavy influence from his days on the pitch that he took with him to the booth.
Souness name-checked Stein and Sir Alex, both who he worked under during his time as Scotland captain. Writing for The Daily Mail, Souness said: "I celebrate my 70th birthday today.
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