Grip also feels that, in Steven Gerrard, we might just have the man to equal the strength, stamina and skill of Patrick Vieira in the midfield.

"Patrick Vieira at the moment is a very experienced player, but Steven Gerrard will be that too.

"He'll be a very good player."

Click here to watch the thoughts of Sven's right-hand man on England TV in the full interview.

 

11 June 2004
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