Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard tipped for new job after brutal sacking as statement released

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The latest Liverpool news as Steven Gerrard is said to be a strong contender for a return to former club Rangers following the sacking of Russell Martin, but faces competition for the roleLiverpool legend Steven Gerrard could be in line to make an emotional return to Rangers as manager following the sacking of Russell Martin. The former Southampton boss was relieved of his duties at Ibrox on Sunday night.Despite only joining the club in the summer, pressure has been growing on the manager, particularly from fans.

In Martin’s seven league games in charge of the club, Rangers have won just one of them.The final straw was Sunday’s disappointing 1-1 draw against Falkirk, a result which leaves them in eighth place in the table, 11 points off top spot. Following the game, Martin had to travel in a separate vehicle from the team coach and was escorted by security personnel.READ MORE: Trent Alexander-Arnold agreement reached as Liverpool sent clear messageREAD MORE: Virgil van Dijk issues fresh Liverpool response amid criticism after Chelsea defeatIn a club statement late on Sunday night, Rangers said: "Rangers Football Club confirms that it has parted company with head coach, Russell Martin."While all transition periods require some time, results have not met the club's expectations."Assistant head coach, Matt Gill, and first-team Coach, Mike Williamson, will also be departing."Russell and his staff have worked exceptionally hard throughout their time at the club.

Should he be appointed, it will mark a return to the club where he was first given a chance as first team manager.Gerrard joined Rangers in the summer of 2018 after coaching Liverpool’s youth sides. He spent just over three years with the club, leading them to the Scottish Premiership title in the 2020/21 season.He left to join Aston Villa in November 2021, but was with the club for just under a year before being sacked.