Rafa: Gerrard can play striker

Liverpool midfielder Steven Gerrard could end up finishing his career as a forward, according to his boss Rafa Benitez. Gerrard is keen to learn his game in different positions, and playing up front for Liverpool could be a future possibility for him.

Rafa Benitez revealed: "Stevie is a great finisher and can score great goals, so maybe he can play as a striker.

"When he is older and does not have the same pace, he will still have the accuracy and he can still be a great finisher.

"He’s already one of the big names but I still think he can improve.

"From 26 to 29 is the best age for a player and Steven always wants to learn."