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Rangers are allegedly prepared to consider appointing a former Chelsea manager as a successor to Russell Martin.

Rangers are allegedly open to appointing Graham Potter as their new head coach after being rejected by Steven Gerrard.

Since Russell Martin was removed from his position in the Ibrox dugout last weekend, the club's hierarchy have been considering potential successors.

Gerrard, who guided Rangers to their last Scottish Premiership title in 2020-21, has held talks this week regarding a potential return to Glasgow.

However, it emerged on Saturday night that the legendary Liverpool and England manager had opted against returning to Rangers at this point in time.

That has left Rangers chiefs scrambling for a suitable alternative before they return to Scottish Premiership action this weekend against Dundee United.

Potter under Rangers consideration

According to the Daily Record, Potter has held discussions with the Rangers hierarchy about a quick return to management.

Last month, the former Brighton & Hove Albion and Chelsea boss was sacked by West Ham United after winning just six of his 25 matches in charge at the London Stadium.

There is a perception that the 50-year-old's reputation has dropped on the back of his stints with Chelsea and the...