Former Liverpool FC treble winning manager Gerard Houllier is returning to the city on Friday February 26 to headline a fundraising dinner at the Crowne Plaza hotel in Liverpool city centre.

All proceeds will benefit grassroots football and local youngsters giving them life changing opportunities.

Houllier will take part in a question and answer session which promises to provide a fascinating insight into his time as Reds boss.

He will also talk about his illustrious career in football which saw him create the blueprint for the French World Cup success in his role as technical director between 1989 and 1998.

The idea for the event came from David James, head student experience manager at LFC Foundation College (SALT is commissioned by LFC Foundation to deliver Education and Football Programmes for youngsters through the LFC Foundation College) and chair of HFSG Margaret Aspinall.

Dave said: "At a recent steering group we decided to host an event to support the local youngsters and grassroots football.

"To have Gerard Houllier flying over especially for the dinner is really exciting, especially as it's ahead of the Capital One Cup final at Wembley.”

Tickets are £60 or £600 for a table of 10 people for a three-course meal.

VIP has limited availability for £85 (£850 for a table of 10) including a meet and greet with Gerard, photograph and complimentary drinks.

Click here to view event poster.

To reserve your place email events@lfcfoundationcollege.com or call 07888 755186.