GREG DOCHERTY hopes Rangers boss Steven Gerrard is impressed by his efforts for Shrewsbury this term.

The midfielder continued his fine form in England as he scored a stunning opening goal in the 2-2 draw with Wolves at the weekend.

Sam Ricketts’ side now have an FA Cup replay at Molineux to look forward to and Docherty is keen to catch Gerrard’s eye.

Docherty said: “I’ve spoken to him and he wants me to keep on improving. He’s happy with how things are progressing and goals are a crucial thing in that.

“Right now I’m purely focused on helping us.

“If I can contribute on a personal level then that’ll be great.

“He said ‘games are the most important thing’ and they are, for me at this stage of my career.

“I need to keep playing and racking up games, it’s the most I’ve ever played in a season.”