The former Ibrox boss appears keen to make moves for the Ibrox captain and club stalwart as he looks to get deals done quickly.
Steven Gerrard has reportedly demanded that Al-Ettifaq "quickly" start to add new recruits with Rangers duo James Tavernier and Connor Goldson on his shopping list this summer
The Rangers skipper and experienced defender Goldson are wanted by the former Ibrox boss this window as the Liverpool legend looks to spend big for the second post-season in a row. The Saudi Pro League were not shy in pulling out the cheque book during Gerrard's first summer in the Middle East as the ex-Aston Villa boss brought Gini Wijnaldum, Demarai Gray, Jack Hendry and Moussa Dembele to the club - as well as Jordan Henderson before he quickly returned to Europe with a switch to Ajax.
But Saudi outlet Al-Riyadiya claim that Gerrard has already hoped for some movement in the market this summer with the only new arrival being Madallah Al-Olayan on a free transfer from Al-Ittihad. it is noted that he hoped to have several key players in the door before the pre-season training camp in Spain which is now underway.
One player mentioned with a move is Fashion Sakala - who was brought to Govan by Gerrard - after he netted 18 goals and six assists last term for Al Fayha. It is also noted the defensive addictions are a "special request" from the manager as he "looks to Europe" for new faces - which could allude to interest Tavernier and Goldson.
It is claimed he has "communicated to the club" that he wants additions "quickly". As it stands, both Tavernier and Goldson are not expected to leave Rangers pre-season training camp in the Netherlands as Philippe Clement overhauls the squad for the new campaign.
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