Liverpool great Steven Gerrard has returned to negotiations with Al-Ettifaq.

The former Aston Villa boss had pulled out of talks with Al-Ettifaq a fortnight ago after visiting Saudi Arabia. It was suggested a disagreement over the makeup of his backroom team had seen the deal fall through.

However, Sky Sports says negotiations have again resumed.

And Gerrard is now leaning towards accepting Al-Ettifaq's offer as momentum continues for the Saudi Pro League.

Gerrard has been a free agent since his sacking by Villa in October.