Liverpool U18 coach Steven Gerrard admits he's a big fan of Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta.

The Spanish defender has been used in a variety of positions during his time at Stamford Bridge.

His latest place in the team is in a defensive back-three on the right-hand side.

"He's a manager's dream," he said.

“He gets in 99 per cent of any team in the world because any manager would want him.

“He's always available, he's robust. It seems like he's so professional as well. He's a fantastic player."

The Blues travel to Manchester United this weekend in a huge Premier League clash.