Scott Arfield lifts lid on East Fife appointment and Rangers mentors he will lean on as Steven Gerrard reacts

Scott Arfield has opened up on taking his first permanent managerial steps after being appointed player-manager of Scottish League One club East Fife. The 38-year-old former Rangers midfielder intends to continue playing while managing the part-time side, succeeding Dick Campbell in the dugout at Bayview.

Arfield revealed he will lean on advice from former Rangers managers Steven Gerrard and Michael Beale, as well as his former Falkirk boss John Hughes. Gerrard publicly acknowledged the move by reacting positively on social media, while Arfield expressed admiration for Gerrard's managerial composure and leadership style.