Gerrard Posts Touching Tribute To Former Team Mate Xabi Alonso
Xabi Alonso announces retirement The 35-year-old enjoyed a five-season stint alongside Gerrard at Anfield, before leaving for Real Madrid in 2009, and was part of the 2004-05 Reds team which won the Champions League. Gerrard, who also retired from professional football in November 2016, was quick to take to social media to congratulate the Spaniard on his illustrious career. “Xavi you are pure quality,” Gerrard posted on Instagram. “A class act on the pitch and a gentlemen off it....