Overview

• Talks with Steven Gerrard have progressed over the past two days and he is widely reported as the leading candidate for a return to Ibrox.
• Rangers are continuing discussions with multiple contenders this weekend, including former Sheffield Wednesday boss Danny Rohl, who has impressed decision-makers.
• Chairman Andrew Cavenagh, vice-chairman Paraag Marathe, 49ers technical director Gretar Steinsson, CEO Patrick Stewart and sporting director Kevin Thelwell have been conducting in-person meetings in London.
• Ibrox sources maintain that reports of a job offer are premature, with further interviews scheduled and no appointment yet confirmed.
• Coverage notes strong fan backing for Gerrard and reports that, if appointed, he could rebuild a backroom team and receive January funds, while the search follows Russell Martin’s sacking after 123 days with the team eighth in the league.