Röhl, who recently took charge of the Glasgow giants, has spoken openly about understanding the club’s identity and maintaining its core values. Ferguson, though, has challenged the German to grasp the unique pressure that comes with being Rangers manager — especially when it comes to beating Celtic.
“Danny’s talking the right way. He’s showing respect for the badge, the fans, and the history — and that’s great to see,” Ferguson told the Daily Record. “But at Rangers, there’s one tradition that defines everything: winning against Celtic. You can talk about style, discipline, and development all you want, but those games decide your legacy.”
The former skipper praised Röhl’s early approach to training intensity and tactical clarity but reminded him that Rangers supporters demand immediate success.
“He’s young, ambitious, and clearly a thinker,” Ferguson added. “But when that first Old Firm derby comes around, he’ll realise what this club is really about. That’s when he’ll understand what being a Rangers manager means.”
Röhl’s first few weeks in charge have already seen significant changes behind the scenes, from new performance staff to tweaks in the training schedule. Ferguson says that’s all part of a positive reset — but warns that tradition and trophies must go hand in hand.
“If he can figure out the Old Firm dynamic, the rest will fall into place,” Ferguson concluded. “Because at Rangers, that’s the custom that counts the most.”
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