S. Gerrard - the main candidate to take over the "Aston Villa" team © „Reuters“

Experiencing a tough stretch, "Aston Villa" parted ways with head coach Dean Smith over the weekend and actively looks for a new strategist. According to the portal "Goal", the Birmingham club wants to see legendary "Liverpool" footballer Steven Gerrard at the helm of the team, who is currently coaching Glasgow "Rangers". It is reported that the 41-year-old Englishman himself is also interested in the possibility of testing himself in the English "Premier" League. "Aston Villa" hopes that the new coach will be introduced before the team's upcoming matches.