Steven Gerrard handed new Wrexham job verdict amid Phil Parkinson sack pressure

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Steven Gerrard has been linked with the Wrexham manager's job if Phil Parkinson is sacked, and has now been told the level of expectation he will encounter if he takes overSteven Gerrard has been told there would be "no downside" for him if he was to become the next Wrexham manager. The Liverpool legend was tipped earlier this month to take over the hot seat if Phil Parkinson is removed from his job.The current Red Dragons boss was under pressure at the time after Wrexham picked up just four points from their opening five Championship fixtures after gaining promotion from League One in April.However, a win away at Norwich City and a draw with Derby County at home on Saturday have eased some of the strain on Parkinson, along with his side's progression to the fourth round of the Carabao Cup.The former Sunderland and Bolton manager has also been backed by club director Shaun Harvey, who branded a report that talks had been held over his future as "an absolute disgrace".Despite the reassurances, former Chelsea star turned football pundit Pat Nevin reckons Gerrard would be the perfect fit if the Wrexham job does become available due to a claimed lack of expectation attached to the role.

The 45-year-old, who previously managed Rangers and Aston Villa, is currently out of work after his 18-month stint in charge of Saudi Pro League outfit Al-Ettifaq ended in January.READ MORE: Rob Mac pleaded with Wrexham ace to stay just days before ruthless transfer moveREAD MORE: Wrexham star lifts lid on 'scary' Steven Gerrard after links to Ryan Reynolds' club"I have to say, Wrexham's a temptation for Steven Gerrard," Nevin told the Escapist Magazine. "With Wrexham, what's the downside of that?

And of course, [being near the] north-west, Wrexham may have a wee understanding with Liverpool Football Club."I wouldn't be surprised at that one if that happened. "Anyone can say he's spent plenty of money himself, but that doesn't make it easy in this league.Watch the new season of Welcome to Wrexham on Disney+This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it.