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The Liverpool manager has hit back at the former Manchester United boss after the Scot made the “incredible” claim in his new autobiography.
Ferguson’s assessment, which included the view that Gerrard has not reached the level of midfielders such as Paul Scholes and Roy Keane, has sparked heated debate.
But Rodgers insists the 71-year-old’s opinion is just plain wrong. “Sir Alex might be the only one or one of the very, very few who doesn’t think Gerrard is a top, top player,” said Rodgers.
“I don’t think it was credible, what was said. You only need to look at Steven’s career to see that; the accolades he has received throughout his life, not just from managers but from other top, top players.
“I saw a survey of the player of the year during all the years it has been operating and the player who won that survey as the best was Steven.
“That was from players and supporters and there were some prestigious names on there. He may not have won the title but that is more because of the teams he has been in. He is world class and still operates at a high level.”
There have been suggestions that Ferguson’s assessment was deliberately provocative as it was bound to upset United’s long-time rivals Liverpool and win admiration from some of the Old Trafford faithful.
Source: Skysports
