Newcastle United have been linked to Steven Gerrard.
Newcastle United have been linked with a surprise move for soon-to-be free agent Steven Gerrard.
Bookies SkyBet list Gerrard as just 5/1 to sign Gerrard, whose contract at MLS side LA Galaxy is set to expire in December.
Steven Gerrard playing for the LA Galaxy
Newcastle are listed as the second favourites in the race to sign the former England captain, who at 36, could yet have one more run left in him.
Celtic are priced as favourites at 4/1, with Gerrard’s former side Liverpool outsiders by comparison, at 12/1.
Gerrard worked under current Newcastle boss Rafa Benitez at Liverpool, memorably winning a Champions League and FA Cup.
Steven Gerrard with former manager Rafa Benitez
While his signing would bring a huge buzz to the club, it is questionable whether Newcastle actually need him.
The Toon are top of the Championship table and are overwhelming favourites to win promotion back to the Premier League at the first attempt.
Signing Gerrard would only enhance their chances, but whether he could still make an impact in England’s top tier next season would depend on him lifting his level of performance, after a disappointing spell in America.
Picture Supplied by Action Images – Steven Gerrard
Here is a look at how Newcastle fans have reacted on Twitter to the possible signing…
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