Steven Gerrard, a former player and currently Rangers coach, is one of the candidates to take on Aston Villa, which recently sacked Dean Smith. the idol of Liverpool feels ready to accept a challenge in the Premier League, according to Sky Sports.
Another name being considered is Roberto Martínez, who coached Everton and is currently in the Belgium national team. Aston Villa’s board wants to define its new coach as soon as possible, thinking about the progress of the English Championship.
Rangers denied that Gerrard was officially wanted by Villa. One of the factors that could weigh on the former midfielder leaving Scotland is his good relationship with Christian Purslow, the Villans’ sporting director who spent time at Liverpool.
Gerrard’s work is highly regarded in Scotland. Rangers are the current Scottish champions, a title marked by being Steven’s first as a coach.
Aston VIlla is in 16th place in the English, with just 10 points. The team comes from five straight losses in the national competition.
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