Rangers Football Club is bracing for the impending departure of manager Danny Röhl, who is reportedly attracting strong interest from Austrian side RB Salzburg. As discussions unfold, the club has set its sights on securing Derek McInnes, the current manager of Hearts, as a potential successor. McInnes, who previously declined an approach from Rangers in 2017, recently led Hearts to a commendable second-place finish in the Scottish Premiership.
Andrew Cavenagh, the chairman of Rangers, has publicly expressed his support for Röhl, underscoring the manager’s contributions during his tenure. Amidst ongoing negotiations regarding Röhl’s future, Cavenagh was observed attending Scotland’s training sessions in the United States, signaling his active involvement in overseeing the club’s direction. He also promised substantial changes to the squad, emphasizing the importance of team chemistry and leadership as focal points for the upcoming season.
Coaching Staff and Player Movements
Meanwhile, the club has experienced some shifts within its coaching ranks. Former player Steven Naismith disclosed that discussions took place with Russell Martin about a potential coaching role at Rangers. However, Naismith noted that the talks concluded without agreement, suggesting that the arrangement did not align with the expectations of either party. He alluded to his own familiarity with Scottish football as a factor in the club’s decision-making.
In transfer news, speculation surrounds the possible return of winger Vaclav Cerny to Rangers. Murat Ozen, a congress member of Turkish club Besiktas, hinted at a “very interesting” prospect of Cerny rejoining the Scottish side. Cerny, who impressed during a loan spell in the 2024-25 season with 18 goals and 9 assists, moved to Besiktas from Wolfsburg and could be eyed for reintegration into the Rangers squad.
Adding to the club’s recruitment efforts, forward Shankland has already been signed, reinforcing the attack for the forthcoming campaign. As Rangers navigate this period of managerial transition and squad restructuring, the club appears poised to make strategic moves aimed at restoring its competitive edge.