The ex-player, who has remained close to the club since retiring, stressed that Rangers is not just a football team but a storied institution with a proud history, passionate fanbase, and deep-rooted traditions. He believes that any new ownership group must demonstrate a commitment to preserving that identity, rather than attempting to reshape the club in a purely commercial image. “You can’t just come in and treat Rangers like a business acquisition,” he said. “This is a club with soul, pride, and expectations that go far beyond balance sheets.”
According to him, the most successful clubs are those whose owners take the time to understand the club’s values and engage with the local community. He cited examples of foreign investment in football that went awry due to a lack of cultural sensitivity or short-term thinking. For Rangers, he insists, that kind of disconnect would be disastrous. Instead, he urges the prospective owners to work closely with fans, invest wisely in the squad and infrastructure, and honor the club’s traditions.
He concluded that if the Americans can show genuine respect for the club’s heritage and act in the best interests of Rangers and its supporters, they will not only win hearts at Ibrox but also have a real chance to restore the club to the top of Scottish and European football.
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