According to British media talkSPORT, the Rangers coach also asked Sean Dyche, but the latter was not interested.
The Rangers have fired Russell Martin. talkSPORT reports that the Rangers are close to reaching a comprehensive agreement with Gerrard, who will usher in his second tenure as manager of the Rangers. Gerrard held positive face-to-face talks with the Rangers hierarchy in London on Thursday and hopes to return as Rangers manager, but certain conditions must be met.
Gerrard is willing to work with Rangers sporting director Thelwell, but wants to have the final say on transfer issues. Sources told talkSPORT Thelwell also asked Sean Dyche, who had worked together at Everton, but Dyche was not interested in the Rangers job.