Barry Ferguson appointed Rangers manager until season's end

Rangers have appointed former captain Barry Ferguson as interim manager for the remainder of the season following the dismissal of Philippe Clement. Clement's departure came after a disappointing 2-0 loss to St Mirren, leaving Rangers 13 points behind league leaders Celtic in the Scottish Premiership. Ferguson, a club legend with five league titles and a history of managerial roles, will be supported by a coaching team including former teammates Neil McCann, Billy Dodds, and Allan McGregor. CEO Patrick Stewart emphasized that the challenges faced by the club extend beyond managerial changes and that an ongoing football review is underway to address these issues. The club is also seeking a permanent manager while still competing in the Europa League. Ferguson's previous managerial experience includes stints at Clyde, Kelty Hearts, and Alloa Athletic, but he has not held a managerial role since early 2022.