Senior Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard admitted that he had opted out of membership Real Madrid during his time at Anfield.
Gerrard played for Liverpool in an incredible 17 Premier League seasons making over 500 top flight appearances for the Merseyside giants.
Only two players, Ryan Giggs and his old Liverpool teammate Jamie Carragher have made more Premier League appearances for one club, and their legendary status is assured.
Although he never won a Premier League title, his incredible leadership took Liverpool over the line in the 2005 UEFA Champions League final alongside two FA Cup trophies.
However, he was linked with moving away from his boyhood club throughout his career, especially to rivals Chelsea.
Real Madrid also expressed an interest in him in 2008, but Gerrard insists he has no regrets about not moving to London or Madrid.
“I had offers from Real Madrid and Chelsea, but my heart was always with Liverpool. I have never regretted my decision. If I could go back in time, I would do the same,” according to an interview with MBC.
Gerrard, who is currently in charge of Al Ettifaq of the Saudi Pro League, admitted that he remains hopeful of convincing. Lionel Messi to make the move to the Middle East in the future.
