Rino Gattuso's trusted lieutenant Luigi Riccio believes the former Rangers star could return to his former club as a manager one day.
The Italian football icon forged an illustrious career after his Ibrox life lessons and lifted the Champions League on two occasions with AC Milan.
And now the tigerish midfielder is prowling up and down the touchline with Napoli and he delivered Coppa Italia glory after a dramatic penalty shoot-out win over Juventus.
Rangers appear set with Steven Gerrard at the helm but Riccio sees no reason why another A-list appointment can't materialise down the line.
Speaking to the Sunday Post, Riccio said: "In my opinion, Rino would be a perfect fit for the English Premier League.
"And, of course, I think I can say with certainty that Rino would be delighted if he could return to Rangers as a coach in the future.
"It is no secret the club is close to his heart.
"When Rino remembers his time at Ibrox and the games he played, the emotion is clear to see in his eyes."
It's easy to forget Riccio joined his best mate in Glasgow and even made one appearance for the senior side before joining Beveren in 1999.
But the well-travelled 42-year-old admits the warm reactions from Ibrox supporters will live with him for a lifetime.
He added: "Myself and Rino are like brothers.
"When he got to Scotland, Rino asked the club to take me, too.
"They scouted me first to see if I could play then signed me.
"That was great for me because it was in Glasgow that our friendship really blossommed.
"We were always together and we had a great time. We both loved it in Scotland.
"And of course, the Rangers fans are fantastic - in the stadium and when you meet them in the streets, in restaurants or in the casino.
"Rino was very young at the time, but the supporters loved him. They made up songs about him, something that is always a positive sign.
"He loved that and still holds the memories dear.
"So, yes in the future there might be a chance to make more memories there for him.
"Right now we are happy for Napoli, and happy for football to be back again after what has been such a tough time for everyone."
