Steven Gerrard backed to take Liverpool U23s job
Published:Will the Rangers manager make his Merseyside return soonerrather than later?
Our traders have seen a flurry of bets this morning onSteven Gerrard taking over as Liverpool’s under-23s coach, taking over fromNeil Critchley who moved to Blackpool.
The Rangers boss saw some fans calling for his head afterhis side fell to a disappointing 1-0 defeat at home to Hamilton on Wednesday.
The loss sees Rangers sat 13 points behind league-leadersCeltic in the Scottish Premiership, while they were knocked out of the ScottishCup on Saturday by Hearts, effectively ending their shot at silverware for theseason.
The Gers remain in the Europa League after beating Braga in the Round of 32, but they’re priced at 50/1 to take the trophy – suggesting it could be an unrealistic ambition.
“Steven Gerrard is a legend at Liverpool and it would beno surprise if one day he took over as manager of the Reds. A move back toMerseyside could come sooner than expected though, as he has been heavilybacked this morning to take over as Liverpool’s under 23s coach,” said Coral’sJohn Hill.
Steven Gerrard to become Liverpool’s under-23s coach
6/1
All odds and markets correct as of date ofpublication
