Ex-Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard and Saudi side Al-Ettifaq have parted ways by mutual consent after 18 months in charge.
“Ettifaq football club and Steven Gerrard have mutually agreed to part company,” the club said in a statement on Thursday.
Gerrard had been in charge since the summer of 2023 and a year ago signed a new deal to take him through to 2027.
Last season, Al-Ettifaq finished sixth but the 44-year-old departs with the club 12th in the 18-team Saudi Pro League, having lost eight of their 17 matches.
He has taken charge of 59 matches in all competitions, winning just 23.
“From the first day I was warmly welcomed and I have enjoyed the chance to work in a new country with a different culture,” said Gerrard.
“So overall I have learnt a lot and it’s been a positive experience personally and for my family as well.
“But football is unpredictable and sometimes things don’t go the way we want.”
AFP
