LIVERPOOL legend Steven Gerrard was reduced to tears after receiving a touching gift from Lucas Leiva when he left the club.
Gerrard, 42, left Anfield in 2015 after a sensational 17-year spell with the Reds.
And in his 2016 book, titled ‘My Story’, he opened up about a memorable exchange with former teammate Leiva, which occurred during a post-season trip to Dubai.
Gerrard wrote: “Lucas asked if he could come in for a moment.
“‘I’ve got a little something for you,’ he said.
“‘Of course,’ I said. I was always happy to see Lucas.
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“He presented me with a silver salver. It was from him to me and he had written the words inscribed on the plate.
“‘I’ve been thinking about getting this done for a while,’ Lucas said. I felt a lump in my throat as I read his message.”
The former Liverpool captain then went on to detail what was inscribed on the salver.
It read: “We often hear the expression there will never be another. In your case, my friend, it is most definitely the case.
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“A captain, leader and a legend in every sense of the word.
“Every moment I have spent on the pitch with you has been a privilege. The very best to you and your family with all your future endeavours – Lucas Leiva.“
Gerrard recalled: “I just about held it together while Lucas quietly watched me read his words.
“I thanked him and he smiled happily. We hugged it out.
“But once he left, I was gone. There was no stopping my tears.”
The midfielder joined Liverpool in 1998 and made 710 appearances for the club during his 17-year spell.
He also won three League Cups, two FA Cups and a Champions League title with the Reds.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
