Steven Gerrard

Ages 9 to 12 yearsOne of England's most iconic players, this is the story of how a Liverpool lad became a legendSteven Gerrard spent an extraordinary 17 seasons, and half of his life, at Liverpool FC, the club he had always loved. In return, he has become arguably the fans' most adored player. Regarded by many as the greatest midfielders of his generation, his story is a lesson in dedication, loyalty and hard graft as well as immense talent. This book will tell Gerrard's story up to the 2005 Champions League Final in Istanbul, when he scored one of the winning goals on an unforgettable night for any football fan. Gerrard's remains a hugely marketable player and he has endorsement deals with brands including Adidas, Jaguar and Lucozade. The global fanbase of Liverpool FC, and LA Galaxy's high profile in the MLS, equally ensures his continued popularity across generations.Tom Oldfield is a freelance sports writer and the author of biographies on Cristiano Ronaldo, Arsene Wenger and Rafael Nadal. Matt Oldfield is an accomplished writer and the editor-in-chief of football review site Of Pitch and Page.