The former captain made 710 appearances for the Reds over 17 seasons and is regarded as a club legend.

AND: During his career when Liverpool were not challenging for domestic and European titles, Stevie G. was their biggest draw.

ESPN report that Gerrard would text players who the Reds wanted to sign. The players named were Toni Kroos, Willian and Alexis Sanchez.

Things are a lot different these days under manager Jurgen Klopp, sporting director Michael Edwards and Fenway Sports Group president Mike Gordon.