Ex-Rangers Hero Becomes Favourite as Ancelotti Checks Out | OneFootball

The managerial race at Ibrox has shifted again, and this time Steven Gerrard finds himself as narrow favourite at 5/4. The latest set of odds from Oddschecker tells us plenty—not just about who the bookies think might take the job, but where public sentiment and betting trends are heading.

Gerrard’s position at the top shows a growing belief that Rangers might genuinely consider bringing him back. It’s a mixed bag—many fans still idolise him for 55, but others haven’t forgotten the abrupt nature of his exit. Still, these odds suggest he’s in the driving seat, at least in the public’s eyes.

Davide Ancelotti is second favourite at 2/1, which feels increasingly outdated. Reports are strong that he’s not interested, and has chosen to stick with his father Carlo, likely heading with him to Brazil. If those reports hold, the 2/1 looks more like a hangover from earlier speculation than an accurate reflection of reality.

Russell Martin and Marco Rose both sit at 10/1, though their contexts are very different. Martin has been mentioned in dispatches and fits the younger, progressive profile many clubs chase—but there’s little evidence of serious fan support. Rose, meanwhile, has been directly linked with an approach from Rangers, and the odds are beginning to reflect that movement.

Danny Röhl sits just behind them at 12/1. His stock is high after impressing at Sheffield Wednesday, and his style of play appeals to modern tastes. But again, no strong suggestion Rangers are actively pursuing him.

Barry Ferguson comes in at 25/1—likely reflecting that he’s interim, but with minimal chance of being made permanent. That position hasn’t changed and won’t, barring some miracle turnaround. Julen Lopetegui is also 25/1, though his profile and wage demands likely put him out of Rangers’ reach.

Derek McInnes and Gary O’Neil are the longshots at 33/1. McInnes has been linked with the job more times than anyone can count, but the club have passed him over repeatedly. O’Neil is a surprise inclusion—possibly a placeholder due to his EPL credentials.

In short? Gerrard’s in pole, but there’s no clear-cut favourite. The board are playing it tight, and the betting markets are reacting to rumour, not certainty. Expect more swings before this saga ends.