Gerrard already has the Spanish playmaker he hoped to replace Henderson

The adventure of Gerrard in Arab League It turns out to be more complicated than expected. Despite the additions of players such as Henderson, Dembele and Wijnaldum In the summer, the results were less than expected. He Al-Ettifaq He was eighth, far from the top positions and was left without Henderson, who asked to be allowed to leave the club because he was not comfortable with his new experience. Well, the English midfielder already has a replacement, no more and no less than Alvaro Medranconsidered one of the best playmakers in the championship.

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The youth squad real Madridhas changed to Al-Taawounfourth in the competition and championship announcement for Al-Ettifaq, in an operation in which the Arab media ensured that the economic component became fundamental. Furthermore, it was a clear request from Gerrard, who is passionate about his game and pushed hard to sign him. Medrán’s numbers in Arabia are good, with one goal and nine assists in 17 games. Furthermore, it’s not the numbers anymore, but how he flies on the green, the clarity he has with his feet and the quality difference to be a major player in the championship.

The playmaker signed an excellent three-year contract and arrived as an absolute star. Medran He played his entire career in Getafe, Valencia, Alavés and Rayo Vallecano. However, in Spanish territory he could not find the maturity he had acquired abroad. First in MLSholding hands in Chicago Fire, where he played more than 50 games and left great memories with his fans. And now for two and a half seasons in Arabia, a place where he is highly valued. Football is all about circumstances, yours in Europe doesn’t accompany you, but the quality and talent is always there.