Crouch spent three years at Liverpool and won the FA Cup in 2006, with Gerrard playing a starring role in the final against West Ham United. The former Liverpool striker’s podcast on BBC Radio 5 Live has been a massive hit amogst football fans across the world.
In the most recent episode, Crouch shed light on what it’s like to play alongside Gerrard and the Liverpool icon drew comparisons with legendary NBA star Michael Jordan.
As the Liverpool cult-hero picked the most desirable qualities from all his former teammates, Gerrard undoubtedly featured on his list.
Gerrard is one of Liverpool’s greatest ever players and the midfielder’s winning mentality was second to none, added Crouch.
The Liverpool icon drew comparisons with NBA icon Michael Jordan, who consistently made his teammates punch above their weight.
Liverpool’s talisman like Michael Jordan, says Crouch
Much like Jordan, Crouch claimed that Gerrard’s effect rubbed off on his teammates at Liverpool.
Gerrard’s crowning moment at Liverpool arrived in 2005, when he lifted the UEFA Champions League title with his boyhood club.
Liverpool were 3-0 down at half-time, but Gerrard inspired a stunning comeback as the Reds restored parity in the second half and won on penalties.
While the Premier League title eluded Gerrard at Liverpool, he won nine trophies with his boyhood club. Mr Liverpool, as he fondly referred to, is currently the manager of Rangers in the Scottish Premier League and reportedly has his eyes on the Liverpool job.
Gerrard’s value to Liverpool cannot be understated, as he always stepped up for the Merseyside club in the big games. The former Liverpool captain is reportedly a top candidate to replace Jurgen Klopp when the German eventually decides to walk away from the club.
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