Overview

• Gerrard met chairman Andrew Cavenagh and vice-chair Paraag Marathe in London for exploratory discussions about a second spell in charge.
• Multiple reports, including Fabrizio Romano’s, say negotiations are advancing and the club is confident, though no agreement has been reached.
• Outstanding hurdles include a reported technical taxation issue from his Saudi Arabia tenure and clarity on decision-making, transfer control, budget and reporting lines.
• Gerrard is considering a new backroom team and is targeting former England assistant Steve Holland, with other potential staff under review.
• Rangers seek a swift appointment after sacking Russell Martin following a poor start, with fixtures looming following the international break, including Dundee United on October 18 and a cup semi-final against Celtic next month.