Steven Gerrard: I had other options

Former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard admits he turned down a “couple of nice opportunities” to move to a club in Europe in order to pursue a new challenge with the Los Angeles Galaxy.

The 35-year-old midfielder is set to be presented to his new club’s fans at half-time of today’s MLS game against Toronto.

Former England captain Gerrard is looking forward to a fresh start after admitting he wanted a new challenge.