Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard to join TNT Sports team for Anfield clash with Aston Villa
Liverpool icon Steven Gerrard is set to join the TNT Sports panel for the Reds’ Premier League meeting with Aston Villa — a fixture that brings together two of his former clubs. The former midfielder will provide expert analysis from Anfield on Saturday, marking his latest role in football broadcasting.
Gerrard earned legendary status on Merseyside during his playing days before finishing his career with LA Galaxy in 2015. He later returned to Liverpool as U18s manager in Kirkby before moving north to take charge of Rangers, where he guided the club to Scottish Premiership success. Following that triumph, Gerrard made the jump to the Premier League with Aston Villa but departed after 11 months in charge. His most recent managerial role came with Saudi side Al-Ettifaq, which he left in January.
This weekend’s appearance will see Gerrard back at Anfield, offering insight into a match featuring two clubs that played defining roles in his career. Liverpool, seeking to recover from a run of four straight league defeats, face an Aston Villa side unbeaten in six under Unai Emery.
Gerrard will be joined in the TNT Sports studio by former Liverpool teammates Steve McManaman and Joe Cole. The 45-year-old has recently been back in the spotlight following an interview with Rio Ferdinand, where he discussed his managerial journey and the possibility of returning to the dugout.
The former England captain revealed that he had been approached about a potential return to Rangers after Russell Martin’s sudden departure but opted not to pursue the opportunity.
Reflecting on his experiences, Gerrard told Ferdinand:
“I felt like I had that to a tee at Rangers with Gary McAllister and Michael Beale. A lot of coach changes at Aston Villa and over in Saudi didn’t help me personally.
I’d love another go at some point — to improve, to come back fresh, and face new challenges with the right people around me. For now, I’m enjoying family time, but there’s still a sense of unfinished business.”