Rangers may have to search for a new manager as Steven Gerrard has reportedly said no to taking over from Russell Martin. The Liverpool legend was rumored to be returning to Glasgow, where he previously led the team to a Scottish Premiership title before moving to Aston Villa. However, Gerrard has decided not to make a comeback at Ibrox, leaving fans disappointed.
New Manager in Sight
According to The Scotsman, Gerrard was in talks with Rangers’ current management to replace Martin. But now, it seems those discussions have ended as Gerrard has withdrawn from the running. This news is likely a blow to many Rangers supporters who were hoping for his return to revive the club’s fortunes. Instead, former Sheffield Wednesday manager Danny Rohl has emerged as the leading candidate for the job, with other names like Graham Potter, Gary O’Neil, Kevin Muscat, and Derek McInnes also in the mix.
Danny Rohl’s Background
Rohl, a 36-year-old manager, left Sheffield Wednesday in July after two seasons at the helm. Despite the challenges faced at the club, he impressed during his tenure. Reports suggest that he has impressed Rangers officials during discussions and could be offered the job soon. With Gerrard opting out of the opportunity, Rohl seems to be the frontrunner for the position. The former Rangers and Aston Villa manager, who recently spent time in the Saudi Pro League, is taking his time in deciding his next move in football. While enjoying his break from coaching, Gerrard hinted at the possibility of returning to the field for new challenges in the future.
Maybe it’s just me, but I feel like Rangers fans might be a bit disappointed by Gerrard’s decision. Despite his success in the past, it seems he’s not quite ready to jump back into the managerial hot seat just yet. With Rohl now in the spotlight, it’ll be interesting to see how Rangers move forward without their former star player at the helm. But hey, as they say, football is full of surprises, so who knows what the future holds for the Gers.
