Steven Gerrard has left his role as manager of Al-Ettifaq by mutual consent after 18 months in charge.

The former Aston Villa and Rangers boss joined the Saudi Arabian club in July 2023.

Ex-England and Liverpool midfielder Gerrard signed a two-year extension to his initial deal in January 2024, contracting him to the club until 2027.

But Al-Ettifaq have won just five of their 17 league matches this season, leaving them five points above the relegation zone.

Gerrard was reportedly one of the best-paid managers in world football during his time in Saudi Arabia, on a salary of about £15m per year.