Mail Sport understands that Kevin Thelwell is in pole position to land a key role at Ibrox either as sporting director or director or football.
Thelwell has worked previously with Wolves, New York Red Bulls, and latterly with Everton as their director of football.
Identified by chief executive Patrick Stewart and the Rangers hierarchy as a key role they want to fill as soon as possible, an appointment could now be imminent.
Thelwell, 51, has held a number of positions with clubs across England, including Derby and Preston, and also worked with the FA in a coaching capacity.