Steven Gerrard dealt big blow in January pursuit of target

Steven Gerrard and Rangers have been dealt a significant blow in their reported pursuit of Steven Davis after the midfielder confirmed he ideally wants to stay at Southampton and improve their season.

The former Ibrox captain has been the subject of intense speculation that he was seeking a move back to Rangers, but his words today suggest that is simply not the case.

He said:

“It’s probably the first time I have come into the last year of my contract, but my focus is just getting us (Southampton) out of this situation as quickly as possible. Having been here so long and feeling that responsibility, I want to see the club doing well.”

Some fans may not consider this a blow in all fairness, with a chunk of the support not convinced a 30+ midfielder is the solution to any of Rangers’ issues, but equally his experience and CV is not in question.

So, either way, going by his own words – he’d prefer to stay at St Mary’s, period.