Steven Gerrard targeted by EFL club as Liverpool legend on three-man shortlist

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His side went unbeaten as Rangers were crowned champions of Scotland for the first time in 10 years.Steven Gerrard explained his decision to snub Rangers (Image: Carl Recine/Getty Images)Asked how close he was to getting the job for a second time, Gerrard told TNT Sports earlier this month: "Very close. It felt a bit rushed to me because I had my family in Bahrain at the time.

I had a lot to think about in a short space of time to give a decision."There were a few things I was uncertain about, and if I am going to take a challenge that big and that important, I have got that affection and that connection with Rangers. For me to take that on again it would have to be perfect and I had to be 100% ready.

Trending "Unfortunately I was not due to the timing, so I stepped aside and I wish them all the best. They have got a fantastic manager now, I will watch as a fan from afar and I will wish them all the best."Meanwhile, at Middlesbrough, experienced coach Adrian Viveash - part of Edwards' coaching staff - led the side to a 2-1 victory over Birmingham City at the Riverside on Saturday.