Rangers news: Striker admits he’d join Jose Mourinho at Ibrox
Rangers are yet to make a decision on Barry Ferguson’s future as he’s currently got the job on an interim basis.
Jose Mourinho has been linked with the Ibrox hot seat and he previously admitted that he’d be open to managing one of the Old Firm sides.
The San Francisco 49ers will make a decision once they finalise the takeover and become majority owners.
Tony Watt admits he’d join Mourinho at Ibrox
Dundee United striker Tony Watt, who’s currently on loan at Motherwell, has admitted that he would come work with Mourinho at Ibrox.
He even suggested that Ferguson would be willing to stay on as one of the assistant coaches should the Portuguese manager join.
The 31-year-old Scottish striker, who’s scored 93 career goals, is still playing football professionally, so it’s unclear whether or not he’d join Mourinho as a coach or as a player.
He told Open Goal at 1:36:31: “He could come. Will Ferguson take an assistant gig with Mourinho? I’d come work with Jose.”
Mourinho would be a good appointment for Rangers
Mourinho would be an exceptional appointment for Rangers, bringing a proven track record and elite mentality to a club craving success.
His unparalleled experience, with league titles at Porto, Chelsea, Inter Milan, Real Madrid and Manchester United, demonstrates his ability to deliver silverware, aligning perfectly with Gers’ ambition to dominate Scottish football and reclaim the Premiership.
| Shareholder | Stake |
| Dave King | 12.96% |
| Douglas Park | 11.54% |
| George Taylor | 10.22% |
| Stuart Gibson | 9.53% |
| Julian Wolhardt | 9.53% |
| John Halsted | 9.53% |
| John Bennett | 7.11% |
Mourinho’s tactical acumen, particularly his knack for organising defensively solid teams, would address the team’s recent vulnerabilities, ensuring they compete fiercely in both domestic and European competitions.
His charisma and media savvy would galvanise the fanbase, boosting Ibrox’s atmosphere and global profile, attracting high-calibre players despite the Scottish Premiership’s financial constraints.
Mourinho’s experience in high-pressure environments will equip him to handle the intense Old Firm rivalry and navigate the complexities of Rangers’ fragmented ownership during a potential takeover.
While his demanding personality requires careful management, his short-term impact could be transformative, providing stability and a winning culture.
Appointing the Portuguese manager would signal Rangers’ intent to not only challenge Celtic but also make waves in Europe, leveraging his expertise to elevate the club’s stature and end their trophy drought.