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Steven Gerrard has officially ruled himself out of returning to Rangers as their manager, leaving the Scottish giants scrambling for alternatives.

Steven Gerrard has officially ruled himself out of returning to Rangers as their manager, leaving the Scottish giants scrambling for alternatives. This unexpected turn of events has catapulted Danny Röhl to the forefront, making him the odds-on favorite to take the helm at Ibrox ¹ ² ³.

 

Gerrard’s Decision

 

Gerrard, a Rangers legend and former manager from 2018 to 2021, held talks with the club but ultimately decided the timing wasn’t right. His departure from Al-Ettifaq earlier this year likely influenced this decision. Gerrard expressed his affection for the club, stating, “I hope in time you can understand and accept my decision… Once a Ranger, always a Ranger #55” ³.

 

Danny Röhl Emerges as Frontrunner

 

With Gerrard out of the picture, Danny Röhl has surged to 10/11 odds with William Hill and 4/5 with bet365 to become the next Rangers manager. Röhl’s impressive tenure at Sheffield Wednesday, where he guided the Owls to Championship survival and a mid-table finish, has caught Rangers’ attention. His modern, high-pressing style aligns with Rangers’ ambitions ¹ ².

 

Other Contenders

 

While Röhl leads the pack, other candidates have gained traction ⁴ ¹ ²:

– Slaven Bilić: Rocketed into contention with odds of 6/1, thanks to his experience managing West Ham, West Brom, and Watford.

– Kevin Muscat: A former Rangers player, now at 7/1, appealing for his attacking approach and winning track record.

– Derek McInnes: Hearts manager, 9/1 odds, praised for stability and domestic know-how, though some suggest he’d be wise to stay with league leaders Hearts.

– Graham Potter: 10/1 odds, known for player development and tactical flexibility.

 

 

Rangers’ Challenges

 

Rangers face significant hurdles, sitting eighth in the Scottish Premiership with eight points from seven games, 11 points off top spot and nine behind rivals Celtic. Their recent form includes a 1-1 draw with Falkirk, leading to Russell Martin’s dismissal after just 123 days ⁵ ¹.

 

Next Steps

 

The club’s American-led hierarchy, under chairman Andrew Cavanagh, will likely move swiftly to appoint a new manager. With Röhl as the frontrunner, expectations are high for a fresh approach to turn Rangers’ fortunes around. Their next match is against Dundee United on October 18, offering a chance to regroup ¹ ³ ⁵.

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