Rangers press Celtic over £1.3m Ibrox damages as rebuild begins
Defender Leon King, 22, leaves Rangers after 17 years and a 2025/26 loan at Ayr. He thanks Gerrard and Van Bronckhorst, cites 50 games, a league title, Scottish Cup, League Cup and a European final.
Podcast teases debate on whether Rangers face another summer rebuild and implications for manager Danny Rohl.
Opinion piece says ex-Rangers boss Michael Beale is set for Zulte Waregem after Sunderland exit, arguing the move shows his reputation has dipped since his 2023 Ibrox sacking.
CEO Jim Gillespie says Rangers will pay their fair share to upgrade VAR, push for more cameras and resources, and work with SPFL and SFA to raise refereeing standards and protect the game’s reputation.
Youssef Chermiti hit 15 league goals, leading goals per 90 among top scorers. Article urges Rangers to build around the 22-year-old as key to the summer rebuild after multiple loan departures.
Former Rangers forward Robbie Ure, now at Sirius, is investigated for a goal celebration gesture like teammate Henrik Castegren’s, which drew a two-game ban. Ure says it was unintentional.
Andrew Cavenagh and Jim Gillespie confirm ‘Project Regen’ is in feasibility, with architect proposals to expand Ibrox from 51,500 and upgrades including hospitality shifts and the old megastore site.
Andrew Cavenagh says Rangers seek full recovery of £1.3m Ibrox damages from Celtic, disputing a reported £50k cap. Talks ongoing with Celtic, SPFL and SFA, with away allocation and SFA review still pending.
STV’s Callum Bell claims Rohl shouted at chairman Andrew Cavenagh at Tynecastle after the 2-1 Hearts loss, demanding ‘leaders’. Report links tension with Tavernier and Raskin amid end-of-season slump.
Steve Clarke names Scotland’s 26, with John Souttar included. Forwards feature Adams, Dykes, Shankland, Stewart and Hirst. Scotland topped their group after late winners from Tierney and McLean.
Rangers chairman Andrew Cavenagh backs Danny Rohl to lead 2026/27. Report links a push to re-sign a £40m winger, billed as biggest talent since Hamza Igamane.
Piece argues Rangers erred not signing Hearts’ Lawrence Shankland, whose Tynecastle winner hurt their title bid. Cavenagh vows a pro-Scottish, SPFL-experienced recruitment focus and better leadership.
Rod Stewart says Russell Martin’s poor start shaped the title race and believes both Rangers and Celtic will be stronger under Rohl and Nancy. Stats given show Rohl’s superior record to Martin.
Danny Rohl says he has no exit clause and is focused on Rangers. With a deal to 2028, Wolfsburg would face a big compensation bill if they move. Piece notes fan unrest and rebuild needs at Ibrox.
Celtic’s Luke McCowan repeats his claim that ‘nobody touches us’ at their best, after the title win. Rohl earlier rebutted when Rangers were above them, but Gers later fell to third.
Barry Ferguson says nephew Lewis would ‘walk into’ Rangers and should join if possible, while Charlie Mulgrew cheekily touts Celtic. Debate follows Celtic’s title and Rangers’ need for a Scottish spine.
Rangers’ European route depends on Celtic vs Dunfermline. Celtic winning the cup would bump Rangers to Europa League; otherwise Conference League. Some fans may prefer Celtic to lose despite the impact.
Mikey Moore, 18, bids farewell after 47 games, 7 goals and 4 assists on loan, thanking staff, players and fans, saying he will follow Rangers and was ‘honoured’ to wear the shirt.
