Steven Gerrard as been appointed a new Head Coach. of Aston Villa
Aston Villa have announced Steven Gerrard as new manager as seen in a statement on the club’s website on Thursday.
Steven Gerrard joined
Villa from Glasgow Rangers which he guided to the Scottish Premiership title
last season
In a Statement by the CEO
Christian Purslow said the 41-year-old has the experience which the club
values.
He was quoted by Villa
website, “The Board of Aston Villa are delighted to appoint Steven as our new
Head Coach.
“Since moving into
coaching after his illustrious playing career, Steven began by managing and
developing top young players in the Liverpool FC Academy which is experience we
value highly at Aston Villa.
“He then took the brave
decision to test himself in the intense and high pressured environment of the
Scottish Old Firm. His subsequent achievement in winning the Premiership title
with Glasgow Rangers really caught our eye as did his experience in Europe.
“It has been very clear
in our discussions with him that Steven’s coaching ambitions, philosophy and
values entirely match those of Aston Villa.
“We are excited
he has agreed to lead us in the next phase of our ambitious plans as we look to
build on the progress made since Nassef Sawiris and Wes Edens took over the
club in 2018.
Speaking on his
appointment, Gerrard said he can’t wait to help the club achieve their aims.
“Aston Villa is a club
with a rich history and tradition in English football and I am immensely proud
to become its new Head Coach.
“In my conversations with
Nassef, Wes and the rest of the Board, it was apparent how ambitious their
plans are for the club and I am looking forward to helping them achieve their
aims.
“I would like to express
my sincere gratitude to everybody associated with Glasgow Rangers for giving me
the opportunity to manage such an iconic football club. Helping them secure a
record-breaking 55th league title will always hold a special place in my heart.
I would like to wish the players, staff and supporters the very best for the
future.”
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