Gerrard tips Houllier for success

Published : 09 Sep 2010 16:16:58

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard has backed ex-Reds boss Gerard Houllier to be a success as Aston Villa's new boss.Houllier has been confirmed as Martin O'Neill's successor at Villa Park after quitting as technical director of the French Football Federation. "Aston Villa have got themselves a very good manager," said Gerrard, who made his debut for the Merseysiders under Houllier in 1999. "He has been desperate to get back involved in the Premier League." Houllier is expected to be formall.... read more