Gerrard won eight major trophies during his time with Liverpool, including the Champions League

Steven Gerrard is to receive the freedom of the city of Liverpool in recognition of his glittering playing career and his charity work.

Gerrard has been put forward by Joe Anderson, the mayor of Liverpool, and the nomination is expected to be formally agreed at a city council meeting next Wednesday.

A ceremony to bestow the city’s highest civic honour would then take place later in the year.

Gerrard announced his retirement last November following an 18-year career in which he inspired Liverpool to the heights of Champions League success before ending his career at LA Galaxy in the MLS.

Liverpool are set to announce he will rejoin the club in a coaching role with junior sides in the coming weeks.

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