Legend Steven Gerrard confirmed as coach of Liverpool U-18 team

Liverpool has confirmed that Steven Gerrard will be appointed as manager of their U-18 team ahead of next season.

Gerrard, 36, returned to the club as an academy coach in January, following his retirement from playing in 2016. He will replace Neil Critchley, who will move up to the U-23s.

“I have really enjoyed my time at the academy so far and feel I have learnt a lot from the coaching staff here already.

“After speaking to (academy director) Alex Inglethorpe, we feel as though it is time for me to step up and manage my own team.

“Neil has done a fantastic job with the U18s, so I hope I can continue where he left off, encouraging and nurturing players into the U23s and eventually the first-team setup,” Gerrard said.

Inglethorpe added: “Steven has brought invaluable experience and knowledge to us since joining the academy, passing on some fantastic advice and guidance to our younger players.

“The U18 players can undoubtedly only learn from having someone like Steven in charge and we have no doubt that he will prove to be a huge success in the position.”

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