Steven George Gerrard MBE (born 30 May 1980) is an English professional football manager and former player who manages Scottish Premiership club Rangers.
He spent the majority of his playing career as a central midfielder for Liverpool, with most of that time spent as club captain, as well as captaining the England national team. Widely regarded as one of the greatest midfielders of all time,
Gerrard was awarded the UEFA Club Footballer of the Year award in 2005, and the Ballon d'Or Bronze Award. In 2009, Zinedine Zidane and Pelé said that they considered Gerrard to be the best footballer in the world.
Steven Gerrard details Walter Smith relationship as Rangers boss sends best wishes to 'iconic' manager
dailyrecord.co.ukSteven Gerrard has sent his best wishes to Walter Smith and his family, as he reveals he spoke to the iconic manager just days before he was admitted to hospital.
The Ibrox legend is recovering in hospital after an operation, with his old club confirming the news on Saturday. Smith is one of the greatest Rangers managers in history, winning 21 trophies across two spells including 10 league titles.
He has acted as a mentor of sorts for Gerrard since his move to Scotland, and the Rangers boss spoke to the former Everton manager just days before he was admitted to hospital.
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