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Like what you see, Stevie? Gerrard takes charge of his FIRST training session as Aston Villa's new boss - as he prepares for Premier League managerial bow against Brighton

The Steven Gerrard era at Aston Villa has begun after their newly-appointed manager held his first training session on Monday.

The 41-year-old seemed at ease in his new surroundings as he appeared in a relaxed manner before quickly imposing his philosophy on the Premier League outfit.

With some of his first-team stars away on international duty, Gerrard got to look at the quality of others at their Bodymoor Heath training base such as Ollie Watkins, Ashley Young and on loan Manchester United defender Axel Tuanzebe.

Steven Gerrard (right) was happy as he took charge of his first Aston Villa training session

Accompanying Gerrard during the session was his assistant manager Gary McAllister.