Steven Gerrard has been tipped to become a “strong manager” at Rangers by his former LA Galaxy boss Bruce Arena.
In 2016, Gerrard officially ended his playing career following an 18-month spell with Galaxy, having left Liverpool after 17 years in a tenure that included two FA Cup wins, UEFA Cup glory and the Champions League title. The 114-time capped former England international returned to Liverpool to coach in their academy and was granted control of the Under-18 side for the 2017-18 season.
After one season at youth level, Gerrard has taken on an immense challenge at Ibrox, with Celtic having firmly established themselves as Scotland’s dominant force since Rangers were relegated to the fourth tier after being liquidated in 2012. Arena thinks Gerrard’s playing career holds him in good stead and he has the foundations in place to be successful in the dugout.
Speaking to Omnisport Arena said, “Well being a manager or a coach at any level requires some experience. Steven Gerrard’s only a couple years out of playing, he’s had some time at the academy level at Liverpool. I think in time he can become a strong manager.