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Pranav Shahaney

Mon 19 May 2025 15:10, UK

Rangers are ramping up their search to hire their next permanent manager, with Barry Ferguson leaving.

The Gers legend was hired as the interim boss once Philippe Clement was sacked but he did not get the job on a full-time basis.

His tenure at Ibrox was a mixed one and did not yield the results or performances that made the board consider giving it to him permanently.

David Ornstein issues positive Danny Rohl update

Sheffield Wednesday manager Danny Rohl has been linked with the Gers job and it’s understood he can make it to the shortlist as well.

Despite being contracted to the Championship club, he is considering leaving and has multiple options, according to David Ornstein.

What’s positive news for Gers is that despite Southampton wanting him post their relegation, it’s not a move that’s guaranteed to tempt him.

Despite no managerial experience anywhere else other than at Hillsborough, he’s understood to be highly regarded due to his assistant coaching spells at RB Leipzig, Southampton, Bayern Munich and the Germany national team.

He helped Wednesday escape the throes of relegation and this season guided them to a comfortable mid-table finish.

Rangers can now make their move for Rohl

The next steps will likely involve finalising a shortlist of candidates, with names like Rohl, Davide Ancelotti, and potentially Steven Gerrard or Sean Dyche being considered.

The board, led by CEO Patrick Stewart and sporting director Kevin Thelwell, will prioritise a manager with a proven track record in high-pressure environments, capable of delivering attacking football and competing in the Scottish Premiership and Europe.

Interviews and negotiations are expected to conclude swiftly, with an announcement potentially by the end of May, as Rangers aim to appoint a transformative leader before the summer transfer window.

The recent report on Rohl suggests that he could be open to discussions so the Ibrox outfit could now look to make their move.