Alious49ers Director Scours Europe for Rangers Manager as Ibrox Prepares for Massive Summer Overhaul**
49ers Enterprises’ technical director, Gretar Steinsson, has reportedly begun discussions with several potential managerial candidates across Europe to fill the vacant role at Rangers, according to *The Athletic*. This move signals the beginning of major structural changes at the Ibrox club, despite the 49ers not yet officially completing their takeover.
Rangers have endured a chaotic season, marred by inconsistency and managerial turmoil. Philippe Clement, who signed a long-term deal earlier in the campaign, was dismissed in February after a series of dismal performances left the club trailing rivals Celtic in the domestic league. Though Clement guided the team into the Europa League knockout rounds, the domestic failures proved too significant to overlook.
Interim manager and club legend Barry Ferguson stepped in, leading Rangers to a respectable Europa League quarter-final finish, where they were ultimately knocked out by Athletic Bilbao. However, league form has continued to decline, with Rangers now 15 points adrift of Celtic and winless in their last four fixtures.
With a significant summer ahead and the 49ers poised to finalize their control of the club, preparations are underway to secure a long-term managerial appointment. Steinsson’s recent talks across Europe indicate that the search is well underway, though the club has yet to disclose specific names. Ferguson, meanwhile, has publicly expressed his desire for clarity about his future, and players like captain James Tavernier have voiced their support for him possibly taking the reins full-time.
Among those reportedly linked to the job are ex-RB Leipzig boss Marco Rose, whose connection with Red Bull — also a sponsor of Leeds United, another 49ers-owned club — could be a decisive factor. A sensational return for former manager Steven Gerrard has also been rumored.
Beyond the managerial hunt, the 49ers will soon face key transfer decisions. One notable situation involves rising star Hamza Igamane, with Premier League clubs reportedly circling and Rangers potentially open to a lucrative sale.
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