Marco Rose Linked to Rangers as 49ers Near Takeover and Red Bull Boosts Financial Outlook

The impending takeover of Rangers FC by 49ers Enterprises is quietly progressing in the background, with major changes potentially on the horizon for the Scottish giants. As the team sits second in the Premiership with three crucial matches left, they aim to end the season strongly and position themselves for a serious title challenge next year.

Marco Rose in the Frame for Permanent Role

Following the sacking of Philippe Clement, club legend Barry Ferguson has stepped in as interim manager. However, speculation over the next permanent boss is growing, with Football Insider reporting that German coach Marco Rose is a leading contender. The 49ers, expected to assume full control in June, reportedly have strong ties to the Red Bull group—an organization Rose has worked with extensively during his managerial career.

Rose, 48, is currently without a club after his recent departure from RB Leipzig in March. His résumé includes successful stints with Red Bull Salzburg, Borussia Mönchengladbach, Borussia Dortmund, and Leipzig, making him a high-profile candidate. If appointed, his arrival could signal a significant shift in Rangers’ footballing strategy under the new ownership.

**Red Bull Sponsorship to Enhance Club Finances**

Rangers are also set to benefit financially from the 49ers’ association with Red Bull. Finance expert Stefan Borson told Football Insider that any sponsorship deal would offer a welcome boost, although he cautioned against overestimating its immediate impact.

Currently, Rangers earn around £3 million annually from shirt sponsorships—only a small fraction of their total revenue, which was just under £90 million last season. Gate receipts remain the club’s primary income stream at £44 million, followed by UEFA-related revenue (£17 million) and commercial income including retail (£20 million).

While a Red Bull deal could increase commercial earnings, Borson noted that Rangers’ financial model is fundamentally different from English Premier League clubs, with much heavier reliance on matchday income and European participation.

**A New Era on the Horizon**

With takeover developments, potential high-profile managerial appointments, and enhanced sponsorship opportunities, Rangers appear to be on the cusp of a transformative period. Whether these changes will be enough to close the gap with Celtic remains to be seen, but the ingredients for a major resurgence are being quietly assembled behind the scenes.