BREAKING: Rangers appointment of Steven Gerrard may be complicated due to ONE condition after Michael Beale twist
Steven Gerrard may return to Rangers as their next manager, but Michael Beale could potentially affect any deal at Ibrox.
The Gers are seeking a new permanent head coach after replacing Philippe Clement with Barry Ferguson for the remainder of the campaign.
With the Scotsman set to leave the Light Blues in the coming months, as things stand, Gretar Steinsson is looking for a new manager at Ibrox.
While Gerrard could be the most likely option for Andrew Cavenagh and 49ers Enterprises once they complete their takeover of the Light Blues, Beale’s presence may hinder the process.
Beale to accompany Gerrard at Rangers
Beale’s return to Ibrox alongside Gerrard could be a sticking point, according to the Scottish Daily Express.
The news outlet reports (27 April) that the Liverpool icon’s backroom staff will consist of the former QPR boss if he were to be appointed as the next Gers manager.
In the English manager’s previous stint at the Bears, Beale was a first-team coach and subsequently became manager after Giovanni van Bronckhorst’s dismissal.
The Light Blues’ supporters aren’t fond of the former QPR boss due to the Englishman’s demeanour when he managed them for a brief period, and it’ll be interesting to see whether his possible arrival will complicate things for Gerrard
49ers need to hire right manager at Ibrox
Cavenagh and the 49ers have some massive decisions to make once they finally make their way to the Glaswegian outfit.
Ferguson has expressed his willingness to stay at Ibrox, but the prospective new owners will surely have the final say.
If the former Scotland manager isn’t made the permanent manager, the Light Blues will need to make a prudent appointment in the dugout for a successful season.
Vaclav Cerny’s future at Rangers is also something the US consortium and the recruitment team will have to evaluate.
The Czechia international has been one of the Gers’ best players after signing on loan from Wolfsburg last season, and his deal includes a buy option.
Ianis Hagi is another player who will leave the Light Blues in the coming weeks if his contract isn’t renewed.
If the Americans have any aspirations of competing with Celtic in the upcoming campaign, they’ll need to hold on to the best players at Ibrox.
Before any of these calls can be made, the appointment of a permanent manager is arguably the priority.