LATER IN 2015, we’ll have to start getting used to the sight of Steven Gerrard wearing a jersey of someone other that Liverpool and England – most likely one embossed with an ‘MLS’ and an ‘LA’ instead of the liver bird.
It’s been an emotional journey for Gerrard in red, here’s a few snapshots of his time as Liverpool’s captain, leader, legend.
An 18-year-old Gerrard in action for the Reds reserves
Getting to know Wayne Rooney
He was already on his way to being an Anfield great
Then this happened against Olympiakos
And, at 3 – 0 down, this in the Champions League final against AC Milan
Istanbul: The finest hour for Gerrard’s Liverpool
His long limbs often came in handy
A rematch with AC Milan in 2007 went the Italians’ way
With still half a season to go, he has scored 180 goals for Liverpool
His prowess from dead balls meant he has rarely spent long off the scoresheet
An icon for Reds
In familiar pose, spraying a ball across the pitch
He will leave his boyhood club having never achieved his ultimate goal of bringing the title back to Liverpool
So far, his final season at Anfield has been a frustrating one
Steven Gerrard: Liverpool legend
What was your fondest memory of the Gerrard years?