'He was a special man, a caring man, a loving man. He was more than just a manager': Steven Gerrard pays a heartfelt tribute to his former boss at Liverpool, Gerard Houllier, following his tragic death at the age of 73

Former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard has paid an emotional tribute to former Anfield boss Gerard Houllier.

The former Liverpool and Aston Villa manager - who won five trophies with Gerrard at the Anfield club - died at the age of 73 on Monday.

Rangers boss Gerrard said: 'I would like to pay tribute to him. Yesterday [Monday] was a really tough day for myself and (Rangers assistant boss) Gary McAllister.

'Gerard obviously played a huge part in both our careers - and also our lives.