Rangers have Jose Mourinho answer amid ‘sensational’ 49ers coup at Ibrox
Jose Mourinho has emerged as a big-name manager the 49ers could appoint once they come into power at Rangers.
Rangers cannot wait for the season to be over, as they do not have anything to play for after being knocked out of the UEFA Europa League and falling 15 points behind Celtic in the Premiership.
All eyes are now on when the proposed takeover by the consortium led by Andrew Cavenagh and Paraag Marathe will go through.
One of the first major decisions the incoming owners are expected to make is appointing a new permanent manager, with Barry Ferguson’s deal as the caretaker expiring at the end of the season.
Mourinho in frame for Rangers job
While some would like to see Ferguson remain in charge of Rangers beyond this season, that is unlikely to be the case, especially after the disappointment in Europe.
The 49ers will instead look to make a ‘strong’ managerial appointment at Ibrox, according to TEAMtalk.
| Matches | Wins | Draws | Losses | Goals | Points | Points Per Match |
| 10 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 20:20 | 14 | 1.4 |
The news outlet reported via their website on Sunday (20 April) that a ‘sensational’ move for Fenerbahce boss Mourinho is thus on the cards in Glasgow.
To Rangers’ delight, the Portuguese tactician would also be open to taking the reins at Ibrox despite being contracted to Fenerbahce.
However, the Light Blues have not made such an approach for Mourinho yet.
Mourinho would be massive coup for 49ers
Mourinho’s reputation may have taken a hit in recent years, but there is no doubt that he is still one of the most celebrated managers in the world.
With three Premier League titles and two UEFA Champions League trophies to his name, he is one of the most successful tacticians in Europe right now.
It is a testament to Rangers’ status as one of the most historic clubs on the continent that Mourinho is open to leaving Fenerbahce for them.
The 62-year-old has a contract in Turkey until 2026, meaning the Gers would have to pay a compensation fee to acquire his services.
Nevertheless, hiring him as the Light Blues’ next manager would be a massive coup for the 49ers.