Former Rangers boss Steven Gerrard has reportedly resigned from his role as manager of Saudi Pro League side Al-Ettifaq.
The Englishman took charge of the club in the summer of 2023, but they currently sit 12th in the Pro League table, having won just two of their last 14 games.
Now, amid such an inconsistent run of form, Gerrard, who was in charge at Ibrox for over three years before departing for Aston Villa in 2021, has resigned, according to Al-Youm.
It is said that Gerrard has 'requested to leave' due to his team's recent poor displays, with the club now 'studying his decision' as they seek potential replacements.
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A compensation package for the 44-year-old is yet to be rubber-stamped, with his request to leave his club submitted to the Financial Sustainability Committee for the Saudi Arabian top-flight.
After a recent draw with Al-Wehda, Gerrard outlined how unhappy he was at the way things are going at Ettifaq: "I am not satisfied with the players' performance and level," he said (RecordSport).
"I see the draw as losing two important points. I take responsibility for the result of the match, including missed opportunities and the drop in performance.
"The management of Ettifaq club has provided everything the team needs in terms of support and transfers. Injuries and the absence of key players have negatively affected performance."
It hasn't worked out for the Liverpool legend after leaving Rangers a few years ago.
He spent less than 12 months in charge of Aston Villa, and now, after a year and a half in the Middle East, it looks like he will once more be out of work.
