We understand that, if Gerrard gets the job, he wants to bring former England coach Steve Holland with him to Ibrox
A Steven Gerrard return to Rangers could be on the cards
Steven Gerrard will attempt to lure former England coach Steve Holland into his new-look Rangers backroom team – IF he lands the job as gaffer.
Gerrard is in London for talks with Ibrox chiefs Andrew Cavenagh, Paraag Marathe and Gretar Steinsson about a sensational return to Glasgow.
Rangers’ hierarchy have made the 45-year-old their prime candidate to replace sacked ex-boss Russell Martin.
Those discussions are set to continue over the next 24 hours as Gerrard weighs up a second stint as manager.
But if an agreement is reached to appoint the Liverpool icon, Record Sport understands Gerrard will target Holland for a coaching role at Ibrox.
The 55-year-old was Gareth Southgate’s number two with the Three Lions for eight years, helping them reach two European Championship finals.
Holland, who previously worked at Chelsea, has been out of work since April this year when he was sacked by Japanese club Yokohama Marinos.
But if a deal can be done for Gerrard to return to Rangers, he could end up at Ibrox.
The Scouser revealed on Rio Ferdinand’s podcast in midweek that if he goes back into management he wants new staff around him.
He said: “I haven’t been ready because I haven’t got that (coaching) team set around me.
“And the timing hasn’t been right. But if the right call comes my way, the right club, the right challenge – and I’ve got my people set which I’ll have at some point – I’ll take that challenge on because it’s in me.
“I felt like I had that to a tee at Rangers (with Gary McAllister, Michael Beale and Tom Culshaw)
“I’d love another go at some point. I want to change a few things and improve a few things then come back fresh with different people around me.
Steve Holland speaks with England manager Gareth Southgate(Image: Getty Images)
“I’d love another couple of challenges and that’s what I’m working on in the background at the moment. A few different ideas, a few different people around me.”
Another name linked with Rangers is legendary midfielder Steven Davis.
He’s currently working alongside Northern Ireland national team boss Michael O’Neill and previously had a spell as Ibrox interim gaffer.
But Record Sport understands that – at this stage – Davis HASN’T yet been approached about a role at his former club.
Gerrard remains locked in talks with Rangers over the managerial vacancy after an exploratory meeting in London yesterday.
He’s made it clear he wants to understand how the club’s new American owners work before committing to a return.
Gerrard spent three and a half years in Govan previously, delivering the club’s 55th title in 2021, before leaving for Aston Villa.
Gers’ chiefs have other managerial candidates on their radar to potentially replace axed Martin – but Gerrard remains their top target.