- Barry Ferguson speaks out on Rangers title chances in aftermath of Motherwell defeat
- Former Rangers CCO Karim Virani has joined Premier League club West Ham United as their interim CEO
- The path has potentially been cleared for the club to seal the transfer of Leeds United forward Joe Gelhardt
Barry Ferguson provided his thoughts on Rangers and the title race in the aftermath of the Motherwell defeat.
Ferguson appeared on the 5 Stars Podcast and did not hold back on his feelings with four matches to go.
He said: “It was a really poor first half, take nothing away from Motherwell.
“Motherwell were really dominant and good on the counter-attack but I was so disappointed with the first half performance.
“You can’t keep making the same mistake and a couple of goals down because it’s going to come back and bite you at some stage.”
Former Rangers CCO Karim Virani appointed interim CEO at West Ham United
Former Rangers Chief Commercial Officer Karim Virani has been appointed the new interim CEO at relegation threatened West Ham United.
The Hammers are embroiled in a relegation battle with the London club two points clear of 18th placed Tottenham in the Premier League.
In a club statement, Virani said: “I am proud and honoured to be returning to West Ham United, a Club I have a deep affinity and admiration for.
“This is a massive football club, with incredibly loyal and passionate supporters, a hugely talented and dedicated group of players, coaches and staff, a proud and unique heritage.”
Virani held the position at Ibrox for 18 months between August 2023 and February 2025.
Joe Gelhardt transfer news as path potentially cleared for Rangers swoop
It was previously reported that Rangers are keen on Leeds United forward Joe Gelhardt who is currently on loan at Hull City.
And it now appears that any obstacles could potentially be removed for the club to secure a move to Ibrox for the 23-year-old.
Middlesborough, who are in the race to secure automatic promotion to the Premier League will reportedly pull out of the race if they are promoted, either automatically or via. the play-offs.
Gelhardt came through the ranks at Wigan Athletic and has been at Elland Road since August 2020.
