In spite of the fact that the arrangement was initially gotten under way by Rangers chief of football Marl Allen, Gerrard gave it his full endorsement.
The Canadian passed his therapeutic and was revealed as the club’s first marking at a public interview in Glasgow today.
The 29-year-old oversaw 194 appearances for the Clarets since joining the club in 2010. He is out of agreement at Turf Moor this late spring.
Having played in the Scottish class with Falkirk in the vicinity of 2007 and 2010, it is trusted that Arfield won’t battle to adjust to his new environment.