Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard considered as Carlo Ancelotti’s replacement at Everton.
The 61-year-old Italian, who steered Real Madrid for two years between 2013 and 2015, has departed Everton after 18 months in charge at Goodison Park.
He replaces Zinedine Zidane at Real and the move leaves Everton seeking for a sixth permanent manager in five years.
Following that development, According to the Athletic, Everton have a shocking name in mind.
It has been announced that Everton have drawn up a shortlist of managers they could approach over the club’s managerial role.
And on that six-man shortlist is none other than Liverpool legend, Steven Gerrard.
Gerrard has had unbelievable achievements since joining Rangers. He led the side to the Scottish Premiership this season, breaking Celtic’s dominance in the process.
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It’s essential to note that no touch has been made with any of the shortlisted candidates as of yet.
But, the fact they would even contemplate naming Gerrard is shocking enough. Whether he would be open to joining remains to be seen.
Another manager with Liverpool relations on their shortlist is Rafa Benitez.
Others that they are weighing include Paulo Fonseca, Erik ten Hag, and Roberto Martinez.
Former boss David Moyes is also being examined, but the Scotsman is set to prolong his deal at West Ham meaning it is doubtful he would join.
Ancelotti had been in charge at Goodison Park since December 2019, guiding Everton to a 10th-placed finish in the Premier League last term.
The Italian, who has one of the most embellished CVs in world football, won the Champions League with Real in 2014, easing the Spaniards to their legendary ‘Decima’ (10th) European crown, before being fired 12 months later.
The 61-year-old is one of three coaches, along with former Liverpool manager Bob Paisley and Zidane, to have won the European Cup or Champions League on three times, having also led AC Milan to fame in 2003 and 2007.
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Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard considered as Carlo Ancelotti’s replacement at Everton.
