Kris Boyd has named three possible contenders to replace Russell Martin as Rangers manager.
The Ibrox hero reckons a "strong character" is needed as Rangers look for a new boss after Martin was sacked on Sunday night.
Club chiefs made the decision to dismiss Martin hours after the 1-1 draw with Falkirk in the Scottish Premiership as Rangers sit eighth in the table, 11 points behind Hearts.
For Boyd, there are three standout contenders for the job, including one "obvious" candidate in Sean Dyche who previously worked with Kevin Thelwell.
"Steven Gerrard's a name that's never gone away," he told Sky Sports News.
"Frank Lampard's name was another one that was mentioned. I know he's doing some wonderful things at Coventry City, but is that out of the equation now?
"The obvious one for me would be Sean Dyche. Kevin Thelwell worked with him in the past, and he seems to have a lot of say in the players that are coming in.
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"So if that relationship with Dyche is still there, he would be someone that I would maybe look to because he's shown that he can build football clubs up.
"Rangers need a strong character that's going to build it not only on the pitch, but off the pitch at the training centre.
"It just seems to be so broken, disjointed, and they're going to have to find a way to fix it."
A Rangers statement confirming Martin's dismissal read: "Rangers Football Club confirms that it has parted company with Head Coach, Russell Martin.
"While all transition periods require some time, results have not met the club's expectations.
"Assistant Head Coach, Matt Gill, and First-Team Coach, Mike Williamson, will also be departing.
"Russell and his staff have worked exceptionally hard throughout their time at the club. We thank them for their efforts and wish them well for the future.
"Further updates from the club will follow in due course."
