Rangers Rule Out Barry Ferguson as Permanent Manager
Barry Ferguson, the 47-year-old former Rangers captain, had been serving as caretaker boss since February, guiding the team to the quarter-finals of the Europa League despite a disappointing league finish. However, the club has now confirmed that they will not be appointing him as their new permanent manager. The decision comes as Rangers continue to search for a new head coach, with Davide Ancelotti remaining a strong contender for the role.
Key Takeaways:
- Barry Ferguson will not be appointed as the new permanent manager of Rangers, despite his impressive performance as caretaker boss.
- Ferguson guided the team to the quarter-finals of the Europa League, but was unable to improve their league fortunes, finishing second to Celtic.
- The search for a new head coach is "progressing well," according to Rangers CEO Patrick Stewart.
- Ferguson will return to his role as club ambassador, while chief executive Patrick Stewart praised his efforts and thanked him for his dedication to the team.
- Davide Ancelotti remains a strong contender for the role of new head coach.
- Ferguson expressed his gratitude to the team's staff, supporters, and Rangers' CEO Patrick Stewart, wishing the new manager every success in the job.
Statistics:
- Rangers finished the league season second, 10 points behind champions Celtic.
- The team has progressed to the quarter-finals of the Europa League under Ferguson's caretaker management.
- Ferguson will return to his role as club ambassador after leaving his position as head coach.
- The search for a new head coach is expected to conclude in the coming weeks.
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