Gerrard to return to Liverpool as Academy coach

Liverpool's former captain and talisman Steven Gerrard will return to his roots as part of the Academy's coaching set-up, the Premier League club announced on Friday. Gerrard, who made 710 appearances for his boyhood club during 17 years at Anfield, will begin his new role in February. "However, this isn't a decision based on emotion - it's about what I can offer and contribute to Liverpool." Gerrard ended his playing career in November when he announced his retirement a week after confirming he