http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Steven-Gerrard-c34196 has revealed he is not willing to accept the deeper role on the field as proposed by manager Brendan Rodgers, claiming that he will continue to play at his current position.
Following the return of http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Lucas-c22528 Leiva and the admission of Joe Allen in the squad, the Anfield boss faces a selection headache with his midfield options. It is believed that the Northern Irishman wants the English International to drop back deeper into the
field, given his old age and in order to accommodate the newcomers.
Manchester United stalwart, http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Alex-c4752 Ferguson.
However, the Reds talismanic schemer refused to draw comparisons between himself and Scholes. He explained that the veteran United player was four years older than him, and he would take up the proposed position once he approaches the twilight of his career.
Despite letting out his apprehensions over the rumours of his new function, Gerrard unearthed that he met his manager to discuss the matter, who assured him that he would continue with his old attacking-midfielder http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Job-c18684.
The 32-year old told the reporters in an interview, “I think people want me to say I can't play the same way anymore, that I have to go deeper to control the game from deep and play a slower game - but believe me, it's not happening. Not yet.”
“I've spoken to the manager about what role he sees me filling and he sees me as an attacking midfielder.”
Gerrard, who is also the captain of the English national team, was hampered by ankle and groin injuries last season. However, he made a strong comeback in the professional circuitry, and was also the star performer for his country during their quarterfinal
finish in the Euro 2012 competition.
Citing his impressive show at the European Championships, Gerrard was confident of playing the central role in his team’s midfield all over again. Nevertheless, he was also willing to fall back from time to time to offer a helping hand to the defenders.
He added, “I have to play with my brain and control and pick the right time to go. I appreciate I’m no spring chicken.”
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