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Rangers Football Club is poised for a dramatic transformation this summer, with sweeping changes expected once the American consortium led by Andrew Cavenagh and Paraag Marathe finalizes its acquisition of a controlling stake in the Glasgow giants.
The group, fronted by healthcare magnate Cavenagh and 49ers Enterprises president Marathe, is on the brink of securing a 51% ownership of Rangers. With the Scottish Football Association reportedly backing the move, the takeover now appears to be a matter of when, not if.
A New Era Dawns at Ibrox
Once in power, the consortium will be tasked with making pivotal decisions that could shape the club’s long-term future. Chief among them is appointing a permanent successor to former boss Philippe Clement. Interim manager Barry Ferguson, a club legend, had momentarily raised his stock by guiding Rangers to the UEFA Europa League quarter-finals, including a memorable triumph over Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahce.
However, Ferguson’s momentum has been halted by a string of poor domestic results, culminating in a third straight home defeat, this time to Hibernian. The loss has cast doubt over his suitability for the role long-term.
Massive Squad Overhaul Looms
According to *The Scottish Sun*’s Roger Hannah, Ferguson isn’t solely to blame for the club’s struggles. Speaking on Clyde 1 Superscoreboard, Hannah suggested a deep-rooted issue within the squad, stating that multiple managers have been let down by the same group of underperforming players.
“The new Rangers owners will have done their homework,” he explained. “They’ll know the squad has failed not just Ferguson, but others before him. I fully expect a ruthless clearout this summer. Whoever is appointed manager will likely be tasked with overseeing the biggest overhaul of playing personnel in Rangers’ history.”
Ferguson’s Future in the Balance
Despite calls from sections of the media and fanbase to hand Ferguson the job permanently, the incoming leadership may opt for a fresh start with a seasoned and high-profile manager at the helm. With ambitions to elevate Rangers both domestically and in Europe, Cavenagh and Marathe may use the managerial appointment as a statement of intent.
While Ferguson may still have a chance to prove himself before the season concludes, his grip on the role appears tenuous. The next few matches could determine whether he remains part of the club’s long-term vision or becomes an early casualty of the 49ers-led revolution at Ibrox.
All signs point to a summer of sweeping change, both on and off the pitch, as Rangers prepares to enter a bold new chapter.
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