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Rangers Hold London Talks With Steven Gerrard Over Manager Return

The US-backed hierarchy has accelerated the search after Russell Martin’s dismissal, with negotiations reported as progressing but no official decision yet.

Overview

  • Chairman Andrew Cavenagh and vice-chair Paraag Marathe are meeting Gerrard in London on Thursday to discuss the vacancy.
  • Reports, including from Fabrizio Romano, describe discussions as advancing and suggest Rangers are confident of securing his return.
  • Rangers are eighth in the league with one win from seven and have suffered European setbacks, intensifying pressure for a swift appointment.
  • Coverage indicates Gerrard would seek January transfer backing and final say on recruitment, and could bring staff such as Jermaine Defoe and Gary McAllister.
  • Figures linked to 49ers Enterprises, including technical director Gretar Steinsson, are involved in the process as youth coaches oversee training during the interim.