Celtic boss Rodgers 'surprised' as Gerrard linked with Rangers

FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - Scottish Cup Semi Final - Celtic vs Rangers - Hampden Park, Glasgow, Britain - April 15, 2018 Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers applauds the fans after the match Action Images via Reuters/Lee Smith

LONDON (Reuters) - Brendan Rodgers was "surprised" and Juergen Klopp supportive as managers close to Steven Gerrard reacted to media reports that the former Liverpool midfielder is in discussions with Rangers about taking charge of the Scottish Premiership team.

The 37-year-old Gerrard has been coaching with Liverpool's development squad since retiring in 2016 and has said he wishes to become a manager.