Steven Gerrard is the leading candidate for the vacant manager's job at Rangers IF he wants to return to Ibrox, talkSPORT understands.

Liverpool legend Gerrard rejected the Gers' advances before they hired Russell Martin in the summer. 'Stopped me in my tracks' - Simon Jordan's next Rangers manager leaves co-host stunned

Sources have told talkSPORT that sporting director Kevin Thelwell has sounded out Sean Dyche about succeeding sacked Martin .

The pair worked together at Everton, however Dyche is not believed to be keen on the role.

Hearts boss Derek McInnes is another possible option, although the league leaders will fight to keep him.

Why was Martin sacked by Rangers?

The Glaswegian outfit is on the hunt for a new manager with Martin getting the chop hours after a 1-1 draw

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