Rangers beaten by Motherwell as pressure builds on Rohl
Mikey Moore reveals Spurs urged a recall after a tough start but Danny Rohl and fans convinced him to stay. He accepts Rangers’ first-half flaws vs Motherwell and targets consistency for the final four.
Alexei Mikhailichenko recalls a 1996 title celebration when Paul Gascoigne sprayed Oleg Salenko with a fire extinguisher, leading to a scuffle before the pair reconciled on the pub crawl.
Danilo, on loan at NEC Nijmegen with 1 goal in 8 Eredivisie apps, is due back at Rangers. He signed a five-year deal in 2023 to 2028 on about £26k per week after a £6m move, with a permanent exit mooted.
Piece hints a Rangers player who has never started at right-back could cover for James Tavernier or Dujon Sterling as the position faces uncertainty for the run-in and beyond.
Rangers lose 3-2 to Motherwell after sluggish start despite Youssef Chermiti brace. Emmanuel Longelo nets late winner. Gers now four points off Hearts with four to play, Tynecastle trip dubbed a must-win.
Chris Sutton backs Rangers over Celtic in the three-way title race with Hearts, citing Celtic’s failure to beat Rangers or Hearts in the league and doubts they can win their remaining four games.
Ally McCoist wins Pundit of the Year at the SJAs, thanking colleagues after a broadcasting rise across TNT, ITV and talkSPORT. The Rangers legend scored 355 goals and later managed the club.
Opinion claims Spurs’ Xavi Simons ACL injury boosts Mikey Moore’s chances in London, making a Rangers return unlikely. Gers urged to sign permanent wide threats rather than rely on loan stars.
Kris Boyd says pressure will ramp up on Danny Rohl after the 3-2 Motherwell loss, warning third place would spark major scrutiny. He questions mentality and game management before a must-win at Hearts.
Ex-Rangers loanee Fabio Silva shines at Borussia Dortmund with 2 goals and 6 assists in 25 Bundesliga games plus UCL contributions, showing technical growth despite limited defensive duels.
Mikey Moore says Champions League football could tempt a Rangers return on loan, though his future rests with Tottenham. He insists Rangers must win all four remaining games to keep title hopes alive.
Ex-Rangers manager Giovanni van Bronckhorst is linked with becoming Feyenoord technical director, with Dick Advocaat advising Robin van Persie, though no formal approach has been made.
Steven Gerrard, who led Rangers to the 2021 title, is reportedly offered the Bristol City job as they seek a permanent manager, with the ex-Ibrox boss keen on a Championship return.
Bolton, plus Rangers and Celtic, chase Liverpool’s Luca Stephenson after a strong Dundee United loan. Championship football and minutes could sway him, though Glasgow offers stature and proven SPFL impact.
Out of contract at Rangers, loanee Leon King says he is open to a permanent Ayr United stay after sweeping Player of the Year awards and making 32 appearances under new boss John Rankin.
Opinion compares Nicolas Raskin’s form to a former Rangers academy midfielder said to have left for £500k and is now valued at £16m, after Raskin scored in the 3-2 loss to Motherwell.
Paraag Marathe stepped down as Rangers vice-chairman before UEFA’s 1 March deadline, easing multi-club concerns with Leeds. Focus remains on finishing above Hearts and Celtic to secure Champions League route.
Report claims departing captain James Tavernier has interest from Wolves and Tottenham. The 34-year-old leaves after 563 games, 144 goals and 148 assists, having captained Rangers to the 2021 title.
