The former Liverpool and Aston Villa boss has held positive initial discussions with Rangers chiefs following the sacking of Russell Martin earlier this week. It is understood that Gerrard recently travelled from Bahrain to London to meet with chairman Andrew Cavenagh and vice-chairman Paraag Marathe as talks intensify over a potential reunion.
Sources close to the negotiations have described the talks as “constructive” and “encouraging,” with both parties believed to be optimistic about reaching an agreement. Rangers officials are said to be “pleased” with Gerrard’s vision for the club’s future and the structure he hopes to implement should he take charge again.
Gerrard, who led Rangers to their first Premiership title in a decade during the 2020/21 season, remains the leading candidate to return to the Ibrox hot seat. The 44-year-old has been out of management since leaving Saudi Arabian side Al-Ettifaq earlier this year, but he has made no secret of his desire to manage at a high level once more.
While no formal deal has yet been signed, insiders have described the process as “closer than ever” to completion. The club hopes to finalise the appointment in the coming days to provide stability ahead of a crucial run of fixtures both domestically and in Europe.
Other names — including Derek McInnes and Kevin Muscat — have also been linked with the job, but Gerrard’s proven track record in Glasgow and his strong connection with the Rangers support have made him the standout favourite.
If an agreement is reached, Gerrard could be unveiled as Rangers manager before the end of the week, marking a dramatic return for the man who restored pride and silverware to Ibrox during his first spell.
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