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Rangers faces a challenge in persuading Steven Gerrard to return, given his concerns about the current state of the squad. During the previous selection process, which culminated in Martin's brief appointment this summer, Gerrard was approached by the board.
Another significant concern for Gerrard is the quality of the current Rangers squad. Gerrard held the reins at Rangers from 2018 to 2021, successfully breaking Celtic's stranglehold on the title.
The Rangers board was asked to compile a list of potential managers earlier this week, even before Martin was given his marching orders. Steven Gerrard celebrates Rangers winning the league in 2021 (Image: PA) Mark van Bommel, the Dutchman, was also considered during the last recruitment process.