The Liverpool legend under consideration for Rangers comeback after Russell Martin is sacked.

The Anfield icon is under serious review for a surprise reappointment to Ibrox following the official dismissal of manager the ex-Swansea boss.

His ill-fated Ibrox tenure ends

His ill-fated period in Glasgow concluded with the manager departing the Falkirk Stadium via a rear entrance and a pre-arranged transport after a level finish which left the Glasgow side a significant margin from the summit of Scotland’s top flight after just seven matches.

Angry fans had gathered around the squad transport in the stadium location, showing their discontent.

Club hierarchy hesitant to part with Martin

The Rangers board had been reluctant to part with Martin, who was only brought in in the summer, despite loud protests from the fanbase.

However, there was an realization that the coach's role had become impossible.

Rangers have managed only one win of their top-flight games to date, which has been alongside poor showings on the continental stage.

Overall, Martin won only five of 17 fixtures, with a passive, confused brand of football that won over few admirers.

“Even though changeovers need patience, performances have failed to reach the team's standards,” announced a official communication on the weekend.

“Assistant head coach Matt Gill, and first-team coach Williamson, will also be leaving. Martin and his coaching team have given their all throughout their time at the club. We are grateful for their work and wish them well for the next chapter.”

The former manager won the title with the team

The former England captain secured the championship with the Glasgow club in 2020-21, their lone triumph since over a decade ago.

His achievements in the Scottish league before then, coupled with struggles at the Birmingham club, brings doubts about his coaching abilities.

Yet he is highly regarded by the very fanbase the club are keen to get back on side.

The rehiring of the Liverpool icon, who last managed in Saudi Arabia, would generate significant excitement.

Gerrard will also be aware of what scarce chances he has to be a manager in top-tier competitions.

Martin’s exit will heighten focus on Kevin Thelwell

Martin’s exit will heighten focus on Kevin Thelwell, the club's recruitment chief.

He had been strongly in favor of the gaffer while disclosing a net spend of £20m in the summer window.

The former boss had signed a long-term deal.

His earlier positions

The coach, who had previously coached the Dons and the Swans, guided Southampton to a rise to the top flight in 2024 after being brought in the previous summer.

He was dismissed last the end of the year after the the club won only one of their first 16 games.

He was chosen as the interim boss's next in line in last month, after the interim head coach had succeeded the sacked Clement in February.