‘My heart was there,’ but timing said no

Steven Gerrard revealed he rejected a second Rangers spell because the timing wasn’t right, despite heartfelt talks with the club. The 45‑year‑old, who led Rangers to the 2020‑21 title, praised new boss Danny Rohl and promised to cheer from afar.

He wanted the move to be perfect—like a Gerrard penalty that actually stays inside the goalposts.