Ibrox chatter on Danny Rohl’s future sheer delusion as Rangers reality check proves truth
Danny Rohl hasn’t done enough yet to prove he should stay on as Rangers manager, at least that’s what some think.
There now seems to be some at Ibrox who are placing unnecessary pressure on the shoulders of the Gers boss, which feels completely ignorant when considering the context.
There’s always room for improvement, and the German head coach has made mistakes along the way, but the truth is the 49ers‘ own failings were the best thing that could happen for the Bears.
Rangers currently sit within touching distance of Scottish Premiership league leaders Hearts, and I’m convinced that even if success doesn’t come to Ibrox this season, it will in the future under Rohl.
What are the suggestions around Danny Rohl sacking?
There have been suggestions to say that if Rangers don’t win either the league or the Scottish Cup, then Rohl should be dismissed.
However, let’s break down the reality of the situation.
Gers’ current league position is one thing, but let’s not forget, Andrew Cavenagh and Co. opted for Russel Martin over Rohl in the summer, and the whole title picture could be looking different if they made the right choice to begin with.
They were again let off the hook in their failed attempts to land Steven Gerrard and Kevin Muscat as Martin’s successor, with Rohl coming in as the third choice replacement.
Like I previously said, what the former Sheffield Wednesday boss is currently doing for the Bears means his future should not be determined from silverware success this season. Supporters need to see what he’s done for the team, too.
Rohl also dared to say that the likes of Kieran Dowell, Danilo, Joe Rothwell and more were not good enough, helping replace them all with much better individuals in the winter market.
Four-month period brings interesting overview of Rohl’s time
To me, the fact that some think Rohl should be replaced if silverware doesn’t come to Ibrox this season is very poor.
If the Bears were to completely crumble and have a horrific end to the league season, then sure, questions could be asked, but if the trend continues in a fairly similar manner, there should be no doubts.
Rohl is still only 36 years old and is not only one of the youngest head coaches in the game, but one of the most tactically fluid. It’s a blessing that the Gers have him.
He is a new breed of manager, and one that is destined to progress alongside Rangers; time and patience are needed, and the change already seen in just over four months is quite simply remarkable.
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