Steven Gerrard at risk of losing Premier League job thanks to ex-Reds teammate

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Liverpool FC NewsFeaturesSteven GerrardFormer Liverpool player Craig Bellamy has emerged as a leading contender for the Burnley job after the Clarets fired Scott Parker following their relegation from the Premier LeagueSteven Gerrard is a candidate for the Burnley job(Image: Getty Images)The Football Association of Wales (FAW) is preparing for potential approaches regarding Craig Bellamy following Burnley's decision to part ways with Scott Parker in the wake of the team's Premier League relegation.Former Liverpool star Bellamy has emerged as a frontrunner for the Turf Moor hot seat, having previously served under Vincent Kompany as assistant during the club's successful promotion campaign. According to the BBC, Burnley regard the Wales manager as a genuine option — although securing his services would come at a considerable cost.If Bellamy gets the job, that'll be a blow for Steven Gerrard, his former Liverpool teammate.

Gerrard is also among the candidates for the Burnley job, which would be his first in soccer management since leaving Saudi Pro League side Al-Ettifaq last year.READ MORE: Liverpool sent Khvicha Kvaratskhelia transfer message as two alternatives named for Arne SlotREAD MORE: How Liverpool can qualify for Champions League this weekend with Man Utd resultShould either Bellamy or Gerrard be appointed now, they would become a Premier League manager. While Burnley has been relegated, there are still four Premier League games left to play this season.Bellamy assumed the Wales role in July 2024 on a four-year contract and still has two years left to run.

Any interested club would reportedly need to activate a release clause worth at least £700,000 ($950,000) to tempt him away from the international position.While the FAW has yet to receive any official approach, it is expected to show interest given Bellamy's rising profile in the game.Craig Bellamy is leading the race for the Burnley job(Image: Getty Images)The 46-year-old accepted a substantial salary reduction to depart Burnley for the Wales position, with that transition handled cordially, ensuring a positive relationship remains between both parties.Bellamy has enjoyed an encouraging beginning to his maiden senior management appointment.He steered Wales to promotion in the UEFA Nations League, though the country's aspirations of qualifying for this year's World Cup were dashed by a playoff loss to Bosnia and Herzegovina in March.The ex-striker has been vocal about his desire to guide Wales into UEFA Euro 2028, which will be staged jointly across the United Kingdom and Ireland.At the same time, Bellamy has openly admitted that club management is his ultimate ambition, hinting that a return to the touchline is inevitable, even if the precise moment remains unclear.Burnley's pursuit is nothing new. Bellamy was in contention for the position before Parker's appointment in 2024 and is in the frame once more.Bellamy completed two spells at Liverpool, making 77 appearances in total.He was part of the team that won the League Cup in 2012.Choose Liverpool.com as a 'Preferred Source' on Google News for quick access to the news you value.Steven GerrardLiverpool FCBurnley FCPremier League