Michael Beale Joins Gerrard at Al-Ettifaq

Michael Beale is set to reunite with Steven Gerrard as the new assistant manager at Saudi Pro League club Al-Ettifaq, following his departure from Sunderland earlier this year. Beale previously worked with Gerrard at Rangers and Aston Villa and is looking to revitalize his coaching career after a challenging 20 months. Al-Ettifaq currently sits 12th in the league, struggling for form, and Gerrard is under pressure to improve results after finishing 6th last season. Beale's arrival comes after the departure of assistant manager Dean Holden and sporting director Mark Allen. Despite the club's woes, Gerrard retains the backing of the board and hopes Beale's experience will help steer the team away from relegation. Beale has expressed frustration over those he feels have undermined his past managerial roles, indicating a desire to move forward positively in his new position.