Steven Gerrard Reported Preferred Candidate for Rangers Manager Role

Rangers Football Club is reportedly close to appointing Steven Gerrard as their next permanent manager, with multiple sources indicating he is the preferred candidate as the club undergoes a US ownership takeover. Gerrard, who previously led Rangers to a league title between 2018 and 2021, is favored over other contenders such as Davide Ancelotti, with decision-makers emphasizing the need for a manager with frontline managerial experience. The club aims to finalize the appointment swiftly ahead of pre-season starting on June 23 and crucial Champions League qualifiers. Insider reports suggest Gerrard has agreed to terms in principle, with only final ownership details pending before an official announcement, expected within days. Despite some uncertainty and fan debate over his suitability for the club's rebuilding phase, Gerrard remains the bookmakers' odds-on favorite for the role. Rangers’ leadership stresses the importance of a quick resolution to restore stability and maintain support, as interim manager Barry Ferguson has departed following the end of the Scottish Premiership season.