Jurgen Klopp
January 2026
Klopp will return to the Anfield dugout for a Liverpool vs Dortmund legends charity match, serving as Dalglish’s assistant; Gerrard will captain Liverpool. The game is staged during the international break with proceeds supporting LFC Foundation and Forever Reds activities; Klopp is also an honorary ambassador for the foundation.
Steven Gerrard
January 2026
Gerrard criticised Slot for suggesting Liverpool’s early Champions League exit to PSG helped them win the league, saying it undermines fans who invested emotionally and financially in Europe. Gerrard argued Liverpool were already 15 points clear when eliminated, so framing the exit as beneficial feels dismissive to supporters who felt the European elimination was a genuine failure.
Steven Gerrard
January 2026
Gerrard criticised Slot for repeatedly pointing to low blocks as the reason for Liverpool’s inconsistency, saying this is a normal reality in the Premier League and Liverpool must solve it rather than talk about it. Slot argued Liverpool look better in open games and struggle when opponents sit deep, citing the contrast between a 3-0 win over Marseille and a 1-1 draw with Burnley. Gerrard’s message is to adapt personnel and approach to break compact defences.
Steven Gerrard
December 2025
Steven Gerrard has admitted he rejected what he called the “perfect” chance to return as Rangers manager, choosing instead to step back from frontline coaching after difficult spells at Aston Villa and Al-Ettifaq while he reassesses which opportunity truly fits his family and career priorities. Explaining his decision, Gerrard said he is enjoying time with family, part-time TV work and commercial engagements, and has already spoken with several clubs without feeling the right connection. He insists he is under no pressure to rush back, stressing his next move must be carefully chosen.
Danny Rohl (Manager)
October 2025
Rangers’ search continues after the former Sheffield Wednesday boss declined their offer, mirroring Steven Gerrard’s decision as the club reset from a poor start and Russell Martin’s exit. Timing and fit drive Rohl’s refusal as Rangers weigh alternatives. Governance and recruitment alignment will be decisive for the next appointment to stabilise results.
Steven Gerrard
October 2025
Ex-Liverpool star Vladimir Smicer has advised Steven Gerrard to restart his managerial career at Wrexham or Birmingham, seeing them as ideal stepping stones towards eventually managing Liverpool. Gerrard has been out of work since leaving Al-Ettifaq in January.
Smicer told Boyle Sports that Gerrard needs a strong, ambitious project to rebuild credibility before eyeing Anfield. Both Championship sides face off this Friday, with speculation swirling around Gerrard as pressure mounts on Rangers boss Russell Martin, another club linked to him.
Steven Gerrard
September 2025
Rangers boss Russell Martin is under mounting pressure despite beating Hibs, with fans calling for Steven Gerrard’s sensational return. The Liverpool legend, who ended Celtic’s dominance in 2021, is available and viewed as a realistic candidate amid fan unrest. Crunch fixtures against Genk and Livingston may decide Martin’s fate. Former Scotland winger Pat Nevin argued Gerrard could be tempted back but warned expectations are massive, given Rangers’ struggles. Gerrard, previously unavailable due to personal reasons, now appears open to a comeback.
