After Michael Beale’s departure, there is only one man Liverpool expect to see appointed.
Liverpool fans have made their feelings clear that they expect Steven Gerrard to replace Michael Beale as under-23s boss.
Beale’s spell at the Reds came to an end last night with the club confirming his departure on their official website.
Liverpool U21 manager Michael Beale
Liverpool have stated that the process to replace Beale is now underway, but shed no further light on the situation.
Beale had been with the Reds since 2012 and with his under-23s side third in the Premier League 2 table, oversaw their 1-1 draw with West Brom last night.
Former Liverpool player Steven Gerrard in the crowd
Fans believe his departure paves the way for club legend Steven Gerrard to land his first coaching role, just a couple of weeks after confirming his retirement.
The ex-skipper spent the past year in MLS with LA Galaxy, but recently decided to hang up his boots, and he was spotted at Anfield last week for the EFL Cup quarter-final win over Leeds United.
After Liverpool confirmed Beale’s departure on Twitter, here’s a look at how Reds fans reacted…
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