Gerrard's impressive start to his managing career would be made more convincing by finding Premier League success, while Aston Villa desires much more than just survival.
Man City has signed the Aston Villa creator for an English- and club-record fee, and how he fits in Pep Guardiola's system is up for debate. But if it works, look out.
Villa manager Dean Smith was fuming that word of Jack Grealish's injury had leaked, but the likely culprits were just trying to put out effective fantasy lineups.