- Derek Ferguson has posed questions about the future of Danny Rohl at Rangers
- He feels the early progress under the German has to be put into context
- Ferguson’s assertion is shared by many supporters, with a huge decision to be made by club chiefs in the coming weeks
Former Rangers star Derek Ferguson has questioned if Danny Rohl is the right man to lead the team into the new season.
Lewis Ferguson’s father has questioned and critiqued Rohl’s ability and suitability for the task ahead, especially if results continue to falter over the last three games of the campaign.
Ferguson has suggested that the German coach is falling short in several important areas at Ibrox, and that his initial forward strides need to be put into context.
Derek Ferguson not convinced on Danny Rohl
Speaking on Open Goal podcast, the 58-year-old lamented the familiar pattern of recent seasons that has emerged again.
“When Rohl comes in, they win games because the pressure is off. They are expected to win these games,” he said.
Ferguson, who won two Scottish league titles and three League Cups during a seven-year stay at Ibrox, questioned whether turning around the team’s early-season form was as difficult as it appeared, noting the quality already present in the squad.
He also expressed doubts about Rohl’s impact in the transfer market and his decision-making during matches.
Another key concern raised was Rohl’s record in big matches. “Does he win the big games? Not really.
“You put that all into the pot, and you think, ‘Is that good enough to take into next season?
I’m not so sure,” concluded Derek, the older brother of Barry Ferguson.
The comments come amid ongoing debate about Rangers’ performance under Rohl, particularly in high-stakes fixtures against top opposition. While the manager has steadied the ship since taking over, questions persist regarding consistency, big-game mentality, and squad reinforcement.
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This is the quiet part out loud regarding Danny Rohl.
It’s not a case of frantically shouting or demanding that he is sacked after the dismal end to the title charge, but valid doubts cast a shadow over his future at Ibrox.
Too many bad decisions were made in the crucial games against Motherwell and Hearts.
He took too long when the game was almost out of sight due to the Steelmen’s dominance, and when Derek McInnes shuffled his pack on Monday, Rohl had no answers.
Rangers were hapless in the final stages against Hearts. It did not reflect well on the manager at all.
Andrew Cavanagh and the Rangers’ executives have a big decision to make in the coming weeks.
What happens on Sunday at Parkhead and across the final two fixtures could have a bearing on that call.
