Gerrard Shocks: Liverpool Becomes His Second Favorite Team
Steven Gerrard surprised supporters during a recent visit to Anfield. He revealed he has a second allegiance in the Premier League, outside Liverpool.
The Anfield confession
Gerrard paused inside the away dressing room during the tour. He admitted Newcastle would be his preferred alternative if Liverpool were not competing.
His comments left fans talking. Gerrard Shocks some followers by naming a rival as his Second Favorite Team.
Background: the Isak transfer saga
The relationship between Liverpool and Newcastle soured over Alexander Isak’s protracted transfer. The striker was sidelined from Newcastle’s Asia tour and trained separately after declaring his wish to leave.
Liverpool’s initial bid of £110m was turned down. Isak publicly said “promises have been broken” and “trust has been lost” with the Newcastle board.
Newcastle eventually agreed to sell when replacements were found and an acceptable fee emerged. The deal was finalised on the last day of the European transfer window.
Liverpool paid roughly £125m for Isak. That figure became the highest ever paid by the club for a player.
Impact on the pitch
Isak has struggled for form due to injury since joining Liverpool. He suffered a serious tibia fracture in December after a challenge from Tottenham’s Micky van de Ven.
The injury also involved a fractured fibula and required surgery. The striker’s absence has limited the return on Liverpool’s record signing.
Current league picture
Neither Liverpool nor Newcastle sit at the summit of the table. Arsenal lead the Premier League and are in a strong position to secure the title.
| Club | Points |
|---|---|
| Arsenal | 70 |
| Manchester City | 61 |
| Liverpool | 49 |
| Newcastle | 42 |
Arsenal sit nine points clear of Manchester City. They have not won the league since 2003-04.
Given the gap at the top, Gerrard’s wish for Newcastle to lift the trophy looks unlikely this season. Filmogaz.com will continue to follow developments closely.
