Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard has disclosed that Manchester United had a genuine interest in signing him at one point in his career. The conversation that revealed this interest took place during a stint with the England national team, with Gary Neville playing the part of the secret negotiator.
In a recent interview with Open Goal, Gerrard recounted the moment, suggesting that the idea of him donning a Manchester United shirt today seems utterly unimaginable. He was quick to shut down any speculation surrounding the approach.
As I was with the England squad, Gary asked me: Can I have a word? I said: Of course. He went on to say: Look, don’t shoot the messenger, but I’ve been asked to find out if there’s any chance, any possibility at all, that you might consider playing for Manchester United. I just told him: Gary, just go away.
