Can he cope?'- What Steven Gerrard has said about Romelu Lukaku amid Aston Villa appointment

New Aston Villa manager Steven Gerrard has questioned Chelsea's club record signing Romelu Lukaku in the past, doubting his ability to compete with top class strikers and dealing with the pressure that comes with it. 

Aston Villa Football Club is delighted to announce the appointment of Steven Gerrard as our new Head Coach.

"Gerrard guided Glasgow Rangers to the Scottish Premiership title last season, finishing the campaign undefeated in the league.

"The 41-year-old has attracted many admirers in the game for his work in transforming the fortunes of the Glasgow giants while also implementing an attractive, attacking style of football."

With the former English international now having significant time to settle into his new surroundings at Bodymoor Heath ahead of his first game against Brighton, what does he think of his new Premier League rivals?

Gerrard himself has already made his views about Arsenal clear and his administration of their style of play. Under Mikel Arteta under after their Europa League journey last season.