England and Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard has been tipped for a sensational return to one of his former clubs. Gerrard, 44, is under huge pressure at Saudi Pro League side Al-Ettifaq, who have slipped to 12th in the table after winning just three of their opening 12 league games.

Liverpool icon Steven Gerrard didn’t hesitate when naming the best midfielder he’d played alongside. Gerrard was a talismanic figure across nearly two decades at Liverpool, and often the best player in various Reds squads.

Steven Gerrard's role as the head coach of Saudi Pro League outfit Al-Ettifaq is currently under threat, but a former team-mate reckons he'd still be open to managing one of his old clubs

As a result of their poor run of form, supporters have started to turn on Gerrard. Following a recent 2-0 league defeat to Al-Qadsia, a large number of fans made their feelings clear by shouting 'get out' in the direction of the England international.

The Liverpool legend's stock has plummeted in the Middle East and his Al-Ettifaq side are now just four points clear of the relegation zone in the Saudi Pro League

Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard is feeling the heat in Saudi Arabia and is reportedly set to engage in crucial talks over his future with Al-Ettifaq.

Steven Gerrard is set to remain in charge of Al-Ettifaq despite his side's poor start to the season. The Dammam-based club have won just three of their first 10 Saudi Pro League fixtures and sit 12th in the table ahead of the international break,

Al-Ettifaq's latest defeat had left Steven Gerrard's side lying 12th in the 18-team Saudi Pro League heading into the international break, raising further doubts over Gerrard's future.

Steven Gerrard will remain manager of Al-Ettifaq despite the club making major changes to their coaching and technical staff.