Steven Gerrard says he is up for the fight of turning Aston Villa’s season around amid speculation he could be sacked if results do not improve, with Mauricio Pochettino reportedly lined up to replace him.
Sunday’s 2-0 defeat at home to Chelsea leaves Villa just a point above the relegation zone in 16th position, having won just two of their 10 Premier League games this season with only seven goals scored.
Gerrard’s side face Fulham away on Thursday night and then Brentford at home on Sunday, with those two games reportedly key to his future at Villa Park.
But the former Rangers manager insists he is the right man to take the club forward despite rumours of the club’s interest in ex-PSG and Tottenham boss Pochettino.
“I’ve had tough days, but tough days are okay because you need to use tough days as motivation for when the better days come,” the 42-year-old said.