Steven Gerrard Ends Rangers Return Talks, Danny Röhl Emerges as Potential Replacement
Glasgow, Scotland – Steven Gerrard has withdrawn from consideration for the vacant managerial position at Glasgow Rangers, dealing a blow to the Scottish club currently in crisis. The former rangers manager, who led the team to an undefeated league title in 2021, engaged in intensive discussions with club officials in London but ultimately decided against a return to Ibrox Stadium, according to consistent reports.
The sudden collapse of talks represents a setback for rangers, who are seeking a new coach after dismissing russell Martin and currently sit eighth in the Scottish Premiership. the club had anticipated Gerrard’s return and hoped his appointment would instantly revitalize their season. Now, Rangers are accelerating their search, aiming to present a new manager by next weekend, ahead of their home match against Dundee United.
Among the candidates now being considered is Danny Röhl, who recently departed English Championship side Sheffield Wednesday. Röhl has been the subject of discussions with Rangers in recent weeks and was identified by The Guardian as a leading contender. Other names linked to the position include Austrian manager Ralph Hasenhüttl,formerly of Southampton,and Kieran McKenna,manager of Ipswich Town. Gerrard had been without a club since leaving Al-Ettifaq in Saudi Arabia in January and had expressed a desire for a role focused on competing for titles.
