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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>Nigeria midfielder Joe Aribo has hailed his former Rangers manager, Steven Gerrard for his career development.<\/p>\n

Aribo linked up with the Gers in 2019 from English club, Charlton Athletic under Gerrard\u2019s tutelage.<\/p>\n

The 25-year-old has now established himself as one of the best midfielders in the world.<\/p>\n

His versatility has also boosted his profile with the player able to play in wide positions and as a forward.<\/p>\n

Aribo moved to Southampton from Rangers this summer.<\/p>\n

\u201cPlaying under Steven Gerrard was amazing,\u201d Aribo said via a Twitter interview on Monday.<\/p>\n

\u201cHe was a big factor in me joining because I felt wanted. He\u2019d banter with me, he was just really good to me.<\/p>\n

\u201cEven off the field, if I was off-form, or I didn\u2019t see myself on the training ground, he would notice it and pull me to his office and speak to me.\u201d<\/p>\n

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