Gerrard has 'nothing but respect' for McInnes - gossip

What the report says

BBC Sport Football reported a mix of Scottish football gossip items, led by Steven Gerrard’s comments on Rangers and current manager Derek McInnes. Gerrard said he has “nothing but respect” for McInnes and suggested he would like Rangers to be so successful that there would be no need for him to return to the Ibrox job in future. The remarks, carried via Open Goal through The Herald, frame Gerrard’s view as supportive rather than speculative about an immediate comeback.

The article also highlighted other Rangers-related talking points. Former Rangers midfielder Charlie Adam said the central pairing of Dan Neil and Nico Raskin could help drive a title challenge. Separately, Lawrence Shankland is said to be recovering well from a hamstring injury and remains on course for a January return, according to Football Insider. Gerrard also reflected on his time at the club, saying James Tavernier was not a natural vocal leader but was selected as captain for his influence through goals and assists.

Elsewhere in the Scottish game, Aberdeen manager Stephen Robinson praised wing-back Hicham Mahou and goalkeeper Daniel Klein after a 4-1 friendly win over Dunfermline Athletic. St Johnstone are also reported to be considering free-agent centre-backs after Zach Mitchell’s season-ending injury. The gossip roundup gives a snapshot of transfer, injury and leadership themes shaping clubs across the Premiership and beyond.