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Steven Gerrard set to quit Al-Ettifaq due to 'personal reasons' as Liverpool legend prepares to step down with club marooned in bottom half of the Saudi Pro League

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<p>Gerrard has already asked to leave the club for personal reasons,<em> </em><a href="https://x.com/JacobsBen/status/1884630374275334568" target="_blank"><em>Ben Jacobs</em></a> reports, and Al-Ettifaq are set to grant his wish. The team sit 12th in the Saudi Pro League, a whopping 24 points behind leaders Al-Hilal.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p><a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/steven-gerrard-creeps-closer-al-ettifaq-sack-disastrous-return-winter-break/bltaa55594234e990a6" target="_blank">Gerrard's future at the Dammam club has been under scrutiny for some time</a> amid their disappointing performances. Speaking after his team's recent 2-2 draw against Al-Wehda, the former Liverpool midfielder said he takes "responsibility" for his team's slip up, adding: "The management of Ettifaq have provided everything the team needs in terms of support and transfers."</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>Gerrard took charge of the Saudi side in July 2023 and his contract runs until 2027, but with just six wins in all competitions this season the club will hope a new manager will help turn their situation around.</p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>The former Aston Villa and Rangers manager could end up taking on a different job in Saudi Arabia as he is reportedly open to a role in football development in the country.</p>

WHAT NEXT?

Steven Gerrard set to QUIT Al-Ettifaq due to 'personal reasons' as Liverpool legend prepares to step down with club marooned in bottom half of the Saudi Pro League | Goal.com US

Steven Gerrard is set to step down from his role as Al-Ettifaq coach amid the club&apos;s dismal performances in the Saudi Pro League.

Steven Gerrard set to quit Al-Ettifaq due to &apos;personal reasons&apos; as Liverpool legend prepares to step down with club marooned in bottom half of the Saudi Pro League

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