The recent photo of former Liverpool footballer, Steven Gerrard, posing with a Kinahan footsoldier has sparked outrage and a flurry of social media comments. The picture was taken during a St. Patrick’s Day party at Conor McGregor’s pub, The Black Forge Inn, and has left many questioning Gerrard’s judgement and associations. The Kinahan gang is one of Ireland’s most notorious criminal organizations, and their involvement in the party has added fuel to the long-standing debate on celebrity ties to organized crime. In this article, we delve deeper into the controversy surrounding Gerrard’s photo and the wider implications of celebrities associating with suspected criminals.
Former Liverpool and Rangers footballer, Steven Gerrard, has been pictured in the company of Nathan ‘Biggie’ Little, a low-level member of the Byrne Organised Crime Group, according to reports. Little is reportedly a close friend of Liam Byrne’s son, Lee, who has no association with organised crime, and is dating Gerrard’s daughter, Lilly-Ella. The former footballer posted several pictures on social media, which showed him with Little, including one taken at Conor McGregor’s Black Forge Inn in Dublin. Gerrard has also been pictured in the past with Liam Byrne, who has been named in court as the leader of the so-called ‘Byrne Organised Crime Group.’
Gerrard was sacked as manager of Aston Villa FC last year and has since visited Dublin on several occasions to spend time with his daughter and her boyfriend. Lee regularly posts about Lily-Ella on social media and has described her as “the best person I’ve ever met.” Neither Gerrard nor his daughter have any connection to organised crime.
Along with Little, Lee has also been pictured with celebrity footballer, Troy Parrot. The group have been seen socialising and travelling abroad together. Last year, Lee appeared in court in Liverpool after crashing his €80k BMW car on the motorway. He was given an official warning by Merseyside Police.
In conclusion, Steven Gerrard’s recent photo-op with a Kinahan footsoldier at Conor McGregor’s pub has sparked controversy and raised eyebrows. While Gerrard has yet to comment on the incident or clarify his relationship with the individual pictured, it raises questions about the company he keeps and the message he is sending to his fans and the wider public. The spotlight is now on the football legend to address the situation and clarify his stance on associating with individuals linked to criminal organizations. Only time will tell how this will affect his reputation and legacy, and whether he can weather the storm and come out unscathed.
