Liverpool fans react to Steven Gerrard as new Aston Villa Head Coach

Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard has been announced as Dean Smith’s successor at Villa Park.
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Steven Gerrard has been announced as the new Aston Villa head coach and Liverpool fans could not hide their excitement for an Anfield reunion.

The 41-year-old was announced on Thursday and has signed a three-and-a-half-year deal.

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Gerrard had a memorable spell in Scotland where he claimed a 55th league title for Rangers off the back of an unbeaten season.

Liverpool fans flooded social media with emotional and nostalgic reactions:

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