Lennon shares what he knows about Rangers manager situation – ‘I understand…’
Celtic’s former manager Neil Lennon has given an insight into the managerial chaos at Rangers.
Barry Ferguson was appointed as interim manager until the end of the season after Philippe Clement was given his marching orders last month.
However, it has not been plain sailing for the Gers legend after his side were defeated 2-1 by Motherwell in his home bow at Ibrox on 1 March.
With the 49ers takeover on the horizon, they may decide to go in a different direction if results do not improve.
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Ferguson has not had a perfect start. (Credit: Imago)
Ferguson has tough task in Rangers audition
Lennon has shared his sympathy with Ferguson after the dismal defeat but admits it will not get any easier for the former Light Blues ace.
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In quotes reported by the Scottish Sun (page 46, 5 March), he said: “It is an audition for Barry. I understand what he is going through.
“He’s got a big couple of games coming up – Fenerbahce and Celtic. That’s as good as it gets when you’re Rangers manager, but it is going to be a tough task.”
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The 49ers have a huge decision on their hands at Ibrox. (Credit: Imago)
Rangers have to get next appointment right
The Gers have to ensure that they pick the right man to guide the club back to success whether that is Ferguson, Steven Gerrard or an outsider.
It will be a long process, there is no silver-bullet solution to solve Rangers problems on or off the pitch immediately even with the takeover seemingly nailed on to happen.
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Scottish Premiership Played GD Points
1. Celtic 29 +70 75
2. Rangers 29 +33 59
Scottish Premiership table
Celtic are miles ahead in terms of their budget and playing squad and it will take a considerable period for the Bears to catch up with their Glasgow rivals.
The new man in the dugout in Govan needs to be given time and patience to implement his tactical philosophy but also to account for the Auchenhowie outfit to get their recruitment sorted.
There is no point appointing a world-class manager if the players at his disposal are not at the level required to bridge the gap.
Currently, the Gers only have a few top-quality players like Hamza Igamane and Vaclav Cerny but they could lose the Moroccan in the summer transfer window and the Czech international is only on loan with the club not able to afford a permanent deal.
Their summer business in the dugout and the market must be spot on, if they are to speed up the process to catch Brendan Rodgers’ side, otherwise it could be another miserable campaign next season.
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