Hundreds of Rangers fans gathered outside Ibrox as Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard was announced as the club’s new manager.
The former Reds captain has joined the Glasgow side on a four year deal. The official announcement was made at a press conference on Friday afternoon.
He will take over the job in June.
Speaking at the press conference, Gerrard said: “I believe I can come in here and improve things. I believe I can make these fans happy.
“I have confidence in myself and my ability. I have confidence in myself that I can deliver for these supporters.”
He added it will be important “not just to focus on Celtic” in his new role.
Speaking earlier he added: “I am honoured to become the next manager of Rangers. I have enormous respect for this football club, and its history and tradition.
“I can’t wait to start this new journey at Rangers as we look to build on the many successes that this club has achieved.”
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Gary McAllister will be his assistant.
Rangers chairman Dave King added: “We are delighted to confirm today that Steven Gerrard will become the next manager of Rangers.
“From the very beginning, talks have been extremely positive and we believe that Steven is the right man to drive Rangers forward.
“He was extremely impressive throughout our negotiations and we are convinced that he has the necessary knowledge and temperament to lead the club to the success we all desire.
“This a special day for our club, our fans and for Steven.”
Managing director Stewart Robertson added: “We believe we have appointed the perfect man to manage our club at this time.
“He is an exciting appointment for the club and I believe that the Rangers support will back him as only they can.”
The club’s director of football Mark Allen said: “From the moment we met with Steven to discuss this opportunity, we felt that his ambitions and desire to succeed equalled our own for the club.
“Make no mistake, Steven fully understands the demands that come with managing a club of this stature and we look forward to exciting times ahead.”
