A long-time admirer of the American, going back to his time in charge of New York Red Bulls, Gerrard is relishing the chance to pit his wits against Marsch. He said: “I used to really admire his style in the MLS, he was a manager that had an identity and a way of playing.
“You could see clearly he was a good coach, he implemented the style really well with New York Red Bulls, they were probably the best footballing team on the eye in the MLS.
“Obviously he’s got big jobs on the back of that style and the job he did with the MLS, as a manager. I’ve got a lot of respect for him and I’m looking forward to going toe to toe with him. But it’s very much about the players on what they bring to the game.”
He added: “We’ve prepared for certain situations going off the Leicester game but also tried to tap into previous jobs and teams he’s coached previously.
“So, not ideal when you face a new manager so soon but I’d like to think we’ve got enough knowledge and enough information to know what to expect from Leeds.”
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1. Hammers and Gunners in double transfer tussle
West Ham may need to push hard if they want to sign either Armando Broja or Darwin Nunez this summer with Arsenal also interested in the pair. (Evening Standard)
2. Royal in demand
Atletico Madrid are eyeing a summer swoop for Tottenham Hotspur full-back Emerson Royal, having already contacted the player. (Marca)
3. LEEDS, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 30: Kalvin Phillips of Leeds United celebrates after victory in the Premier League match between Leeds United and Crystal Palace at Elland Road on November 30, 2021 in Leeds, England. (Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)
Aston Villa are reportedly set to make Kalvin Phillips their immediate target if Leeds United get relegated in the 2021/22 season. (The Athletic)
4. Reds keen on Araujo
Manchester United could make an approach to sign Ronald Araujo amid the uncertainty over his contract situation at Barcelona, with the Reds already having an ‘offer on table’ for the defender. (Sport)
5. Molumby set for permanent switch
West Brom are ‘likely’ to sign Brighton loanee Jayson Molumby permanently in the summer. (Joseph Masi)
6. Kamara update
Leeds United and Newcastle United are lagging behind in the race to sign Marseille midfielder Boubacar Kamara as it is claimed Atletico Madrid are in pole position with a verbal agreement. (Foot Mercato)