Steven Gerrard says he has plenty to prove at LA Galaxy
Friday 10 July 2015 10:59, UK
Steven Gerrard has told Sky Sports News HQ that he has not joined LA Galaxy for an easy life and says he still has plenty to prove on the pitch.
In an exclusive interview with Sky Sports News HQ, the former Liverpool and England captain admitted he is enjoying not being recognised in public as he settles into life in California.
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Gerrard said: "It is refreshing to be able to walk about and not be noticed. I didn't make my decision on that but in England you are in the spotlight, you are in the Premier League playing for Liverpool and England.
"It's difficult to have a meal or a coffee or do anything with the girls because you get a lot of attention.
"That's what you want when you first become a footballer but it is nice at this stage of my career to have a bit of a life off the pitch.
"Up until November/December last year when I made the announcement that I thought I needed a new challenge and when LA Galaxy came in they were very aggressive to get my signature and to get me to sign. I thought on and off the pitch they had ticked all the right boxes for me at this stage of my life.
"I spoke to Robbie (Keane) and David (Beckham) who have experienced the MLS and they said the level was very good. Having trained for ten days I can say the level is good, players are very fit and very professional.
"It is an unbelievable set-up here, the facilities are top drawer. I am expecting some good challenges and some good games.
"Hopefully I can come here and help all the young lads in the squad, and hopefully see out the remaining few years of my career.
"I am coming here to win, a lot of people will think I am coming here for my last pay check, sit back and enjoy life in LA. But the people that know me close and the people that have played with me will know that once the games start I am here to win and perform."
You can watch Gerrard's eagerly anticipated LA Galaxy debut on Sky Sports.
