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Ex-Ibrox striker urges Rangers boss Steven Gerrard to sign ‘unbelievable’ Liverpool player

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Steven Gerrard, Manager of Rangers looks on during the Scottish Cup Quarter Final match between Hearts and Rangers at Tynecastle Park on February 29, 2020 in Edinburgh, Scotland. (Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

Former Ibrox striker Derek Parlane has suggested to The Scottish Sun that Rangers manager Steven Gerrard should make a move for Liverpool midfielder James Milner.

Parlane, who started his professional club career at Rangers and was on the books of the Gers from 1970 until 1980, has raved about Miler.

The 67-year-old believes that a player like Milner – who can operate as a midfielder, winger or full-back – is what Rangers manager Gerrard needs.

Parlane told The Scottish Sun: “They need people like Milner. Someone who has been there and done it. He has been unbelievable for Liverpool and is one of their unsung heroes.

“He can come in and play anywhere and he never lets you down. At the age of 34, he is still one of the fittest players in the Premier League and he is exactly what Rangers need.

“He is an absolute machine and he has such a strong mentality. He is a proven winner and a few guys of his ilk in the squad would make an enormous difference next season.”

James Milner of Liverpool during the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and AFC Bournemouth at Anfield on March 7, 2020 in Liverpool, United Kingdom. (Robbie Jay Barratt – AMA/Getty Images)

Good signing for Rangers

Milner may be 34 years of age at the moment, but the former Leeds United and Newcastle United star is going strong as ever.

The Englishman played an important role in Liverpool winning the Champions League last season and did his bit in the Reds clinching the Premier League title this campaign.

With Rangers aiming to stop bitter Old Firm rivals Celtic from winning the Scottish Premiership title for the 10th season in a row in 2020-21, Milner would be a superb addition to Gerrard’s squad this summer.

Unlikely transfer?

With Milner being an important player under manager Jurgen Klopp, it is hard to see him leave Liverpool and move to Rangers in the summer transfer window.

The Englishman still has a lot to offer to the Reds and can play at the highest level for at least a couple of more years.

James Milner of Liverpool celebrates following his sides victory in the Premier League match between Liverpool FC and AFC Bournemouth at Anfield on March 07, 2020 in Liverpool, United… (Jan Kruger/Getty Images)