Atletico Madrid striker Fernando Torres has described Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard as the best player he has played with.
The Spain international played alongside Gerrard at Anfield from 2007-2011 before making a big-money move to Chelsea.
Despite having played alongside the likes of Xavi, Andres Iniesta, Xabi Alonso and Frank Lampard, Torres said Gerrard was best.
Out of all the great players I have played with, Gerrard, for me, is the best, Torres told The Mirror.
But he is more than that he is a good friend who, as a captain, is always there for his players.
I know what Liverpool means to him, so yes I would have loved to see my friend finish his final season with a trophy, but it was not to be.
He has had so much success for Liverpool that I am sure the final game is going to be very emotional for him and the fans.
Gerrard will leave Liverpool at the end of what has been a trophy-less season for Brendan Rodgers men.
Torres backed the 34-year-old s decision to move to MLS outfit Los Angeles Galaxy.
I think he does still have lots to offer, Torres said.
Of course your body slows down as you get older, but the technical ability stays.
The MLS is a much slower place than in England, so I expect him to be very successful there.
