Rangers next manager: Sources share San Francisco 49ers stance on Barry Ferguson
Barry Ferguson has enjoyed a decent start to life as the interim manager of Rangers, including wins against Celtic and Fenerbahce.
The former Gers captain was handed the job after Philippe Clement’s disastrous run in charge of the Ibrox outfit.
With the league out of reach, Ferguson has made the team genuine contenders for the Europa League.
San Francisco 49ers are already looking at the Rangers managerial situation
TEAMtalk reported on 19 March that the San Francisco 49ers are already looking at the managerial situation at the club.
While no decision has been made yet on the future of Ferguson, it’s understood that all possibilities remain on the table.
He and his staff do stand a chance to stay at the club for next season, but an exit also cannot be ruled out.
Thus far, a win against Celtic and progression into the latter stages of the UEFA Europa League hold him in good stead, but it’s not enough for him to get the job permanently.
Rafa Benitez and Frank Lampard are expected to be in contention to manage Gers
As the San Francisco 49ers prepare to take over Rangers, conducting discreet talks with potential managers alongside evaluating Ferguson’s performance is a strategic move.
The Americans must aim high to restore Gers’ dominance, and exploring proven managers – such as Frank Lampard or even Rafa Benitez – ensures they have options if Ferguson falters.
| Club | Trophies Won |
| Valencia | La Liga x 2, UEFA Super Cup x 1 |
| Liverpool | FA Cup x 1, UEFA Champions League x 1, UEFA Super Cup x 1, Community Shield x 1, |
| Inter Milan | Supercoppa Italiana x 1, FIFA Club World Cup x 1 |
| Chelsea | UEFA Europa League x 1 |
| Napoli | Coppa Italia x 1, Supercoppa Italiana x 1 |
| Newcastle | EFL Championship x 1 |
Simultaneously, the 49ers should set a lofty target for the current interim manager, like closing the gap further on Celtic and perhaps winning or making it to the final of UEFA Europa League, to justify his candidacy.
His deep club connection is valuable, but untested managerial credentials demand rigorous benchmarks.
Waiting until May to hold formal talks with all candidates allows the 49ers to assess the season’s outcomes while giving external targets time to emerge.
This dual approach, backed by the 49ers’ analytical expertise, balances ambition with pragmatism, ensuring Rangers appoint a manager capable of leveraging their planned summer investment for sustained success.