Manchester United fans were forced to take down a banner mocking Steven Gerrard during victory over Liverpool on Sunday.

The London Evening Standard says as their side romped to victory over Liverpool on Sunday, a group of Manchester United fans were forced to take down a banner mocking Gerrard - because it was a fire hazard.

Photos emerged on social media of some United fans displaying a banner apparently mocking Gerrard's slip against Chelsea last season.

Au revoir Gerrard, come back when you've won one. #MUFC#LFCpic.twitter.com/Q3BH1o1qfc — MUFCworld (@MUFCworld_com) December 15, 2014