Steven Gerrard was perfect Jurgen Klopp replacement as Saudi Arabia gamble backfires completely

Jurgen Klopp was the man Liverpool wanted to replace Steven Gerrard

Liverpool wanted to hire Jurgen Klopp as manager in 2015, when Brendan Rodgers was sacked. Klopp had just left Borussia Dortmund and was available, but he opted to join Liverpool's rivals Manchester United instead.

Gerrard was appointed manager of Rangers in 2018 and has been a success in Scotland, winning the league title in 2021. However, he has struggled in Europe, and Rangers were knocked out of the Champions League qualifiers by Malmo in August.

Liverpool's owners were desperate for Gerrard to succeed

Liverpool's owners were desperate for Gerrard to succeed as manager. They saw him as the perfect replacement for Klopp, who they knew would eventually leave the club. However, Gerrard has not been able to live up to expectations, and Liverpool are now looking for a new manager.

If Liverpool had hired Klopp in 2015, they would likely be in a much better position today. Klopp is one of the best managers in the world, and he has a proven track record of success. He would have been able to build on the foundations that Rodgers had put in place, and he would have been able to challenge for trophies on a regular basis.

Saudi Arabia's gamble on Gerrard has backfired

Saudi Arabia's gamble on Gerrard has backfired. They thought that he would be able to lead their national team to success, but he has not been able to do so. Saudi Arabia have failed to qualify for the World Cup, and they have been knocked out of the Asian Cup in the group stages.

Gerrard is a good manager, but he is not yet ready to manage a top team. He needs more experience, and he needs to learn how to win trophies. Until he does, he will not be able to succeed at a club like Liverpool or Saudi Arabia.