Former Liverpool and Rangers midfielder Steven Gerrard has sent a clear message to his new club, Ettifaq, with a slogan that embodies his loyalty to Rangers. The Saudi Pro League side recently unveiled their new signings, former Celtic players Moussa Dembele and Jack Hendry, with a Celtic-themed photo and caption. However, Gerrard wasted no time in reminding everyone about his allegiance to Rangers.
Gerrard, who recently took charge of Ettifaq, responded to the Celtic-themed unveiling with a simple Instagram post. Alongside a winking face and blue heart emoji, Gerrard used the famous Rangers slogan, we are the people, clearly stating where his loyalties lie in Glasgow.
Both Dembele and Hendry have a history with Celtic. Dembele, who is highly regarded by Celtic fans, scored an impressive 51 goals during his two-year stint at the club before leaving for Lyon. Hendry, on the other hand, joined Celtic in 2018 but departed in 2021 after loan spells at Melbourne City and Oostend.
It’s not just Dembele and Hendry who will be joining Gerrard at Ettifaq. Jordan Henderson, the Liverpool captain, is also set to bid farewell to Anfield and join forces with his former teammate. Henderson has already sent a heartfelt goodbye message to Liverpool fans as he prepares for his new chapter in the Middle East.
Ettifaq’s recruitment of these high-profile players is part of a broader strategy to attract big names from Europe and bolster the Saudi Pro League’s domestic top flight. With generous financial backing, they aim to raise their profile and compete with some of the continent’s best clubs.
As Gerrard settles into his new role at Ettifaq, his declaration of loyalty to Rangers through a famous club slogan is a clear statement of where his footballing roots will always lie. With Dembele, Hendry, and potentially Henderson in tow, he aims to make his mark in the Middle East and lead Ettifaq to success in the Saudi Pro League.
Stay tuned for more updates on the latest developments in Gerrard’s new chapter in Saudi Arabia, as well as how the former Liverpool and Rangers icon guides his team on their quest for glory.
