Former Liverpool Assistant: Pep Lijnders and Steven Gerrard Are Exceptional Coaches
Gary McAllister praised the coaching abilities of Pep Lijnders and Steven Gerrard, describing them as exceptional professionals in their field. Both have taken distinct career paths, with Lijnders currently serving as assistant manager at Manchester City, while Gerrard is considering a managerial comeback.
Pep Lijnders: A Notable Return
Pep Lijnders, who was previously an assistant manager at Liverpool, is preparing to face his former club while working under Pep Guardiola at Manchester City. This match coincides with Guardiola’s milestone of managing his 1,000th game. Lijnders left Liverpool in the summer of 2024 after six successful years, then briefly managed Red Bull Salzburg in Austria.
Following a challenging period in Austria, Lijnders returned to coaching, joining Manchester City as Guardiola’s assistant. McAllister, who collaborated with Lijnders at Liverpool, expressed no surprise at this career move and commended his strong presence in training sessions.
"Despite Lijnders’ past connection with Liverpool, this knowledge won’t disadvantage the Reds in their upcoming match against City."
McAllister emphasized that both teams will conduct thorough analyses of each other, highlighting the intense competitiveness inherent in the Premier League.
Summary
Gary McAllister highlights the exceptional coaching talents of Pep Lijnders and Steven Gerrard, noting their impactful contributions and evolving managerial careers.