TRANSFER RUMOR: Steven Gerrard joins LA Galaxy

Gerrard

The Los Angeles Galaxy confirmed on Wednesday that Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard will join their roster as a designated player in July.

The 34-year-old midfielder will join up with the Major League Soccer side at the end of the Premier League season, pending receipt of a visa and international transfer certificate.

Gerrard is believed to have signed an 18-month contract, which British media reports suggest will be worth around £6 million ($9.1 million, 7.6 million euros).