The great next Rangers manager debate rages on the Hotline as Frank Lampard’s talked up and slapped down

It's time for some Frank conversations at Ibrox when it comes to the new Rangers manager.

Frank Lampard, that is. The Chelsea legend is understood to fancy a crack at the Gers hotseat and he’s shot to the top of the bookies’ list of favourites. Tough spells as boss at Everton and Chelsea have left some Light Blues fans unconvinced. But Barrie Urquhart , Clydebank, said: “Super Frank all day. Rangers fans any doubters cause his track record need not worry. Everton and Chelsea ruined top gaffers Koeman, Tuchel, Conte and Ancelotti. He’s perfect for us. He will bring the club’s values and standards back. He will handle the big time in Scotland nae bother. If he's interested, it’s a no brainer.”

In contrast, Andrew Lamb, Fraserburgh, said: “Frank Lampard isn't the answer, he has won nothing. Shortlist is simply Kevin Muscat, Kjetil Knutsen, and Derek McInnes. Knutsen is my pick as he's enjoyed success in Norway and has a good pedigree in Europe.”

Neil Renton, Leith, said: “Let’s be honest. If Lampard gets the Ranger's managers job it’s merely going to be a stepping stone to a bigger position like a club in the English Championship.”

There are plenty of names being thrown into the mix to replace Michael Beale. Rab Hunter, Govan, said: “Big Sam Allardyce would be ideal at Ibrox just now with his experience and no nonsense approach to misfiring prima Donna's like Tav who always gets a game no matter how many times he passes to the opposition. Steven Davis would learn a lot as Sam's no.2. Alex Neil would be my second choice as he has the experience and knowledge of football on both sides of the border.”

But Edward Fraser emailed: “With some of the managers being linked to the Rangers job, you would think that this is biggest