Steven Gerrard says his relationship with former Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez was “distant and emotionless”.<\/p>\n
The 35-year-old midfielder, who left Anfield in May after 17 years, revealed the details in his autobiography. <\/p>\n
“I can pick up the phone and speak to all of my previous Liverpool managers, except for Rafa,” said Gerrard.<\/p>\n
“It’s a shame because we shared the biggest night of our careers – the 2005 Champions League victory in Istanbul – yet there is no bond between us.”<\/p>\n
Former England captain Gerrard insists the “frostiness” made him a better player as he had “a hunger” to get a compliment from the Spaniard.<\/p>\n
“On a basic human level I prefer a likeable manager, such as Gerard Houllier or Brendan Rodgers, but in terms of football I really don’t mind working with a colder man,” added Gerrard, who joined LA Galaxy this summer.<\/p>\n
“An emotionless and distant relationship with the likes of Rafa Benitez and Fabio Capello can sometimes produce more success.”<\/p>\n
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