Revealed: Rangers' new Danny Rohl sack plan after Celtic defeat
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(Credit: Imago) Rangers’ updated Danny Rohl sack plan revealed after Scottish Cup defeat to Celtic Sun 8 March 2026 20:00, UK Rangers are not currently considering sacking Danny Rohl despite fans growing frustrated with how their season is panning out at Ibrox.This comes after Rangers lost on penalties to Celtic in the Scottish Cup quarter-final and are now at risk of ending another season without lifting major silverware.While they remain in a race against their Old Firm rivals and Hearts for the SPFL title, they remain six points short of the league leaders and are in a tricky position.However, as I revealed on the latest edition of Football Insider’s Transfer Insider podcast, Rangers are happy with the work Rohl has done since taking over in October.Given the position they were in under Russell Martin and the turmoil caused behind the scenes after his exit, it is unlikely that Rangers will be looking for a new manager so soon. 👔 Rangers Manager News 👔 Get the inside track on the Ibrox dugout with real-time updates on shortlisted candidates, live betting market shifts, and key boardroom decisions. VISIT THE MANAGER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Rangers make new Danny Rohl sack decisionFootball Insider revealed on 7 March that Rangers are not considering sacking Rohl despite some sections of the supporters at Ibrox questioning his role.Some reports have suggested previously that another trophyless season will put pressure on the manager’s job, with the quarter-final defeat adding to those claims.However, there are currently no plans to look at potential alternatives and Rohl will continue to be backed as part of a long-term project for success in Glasgow.Speaking on the Transfer Insider podcast, I explained: “It was a huge game in the Scottish Cup, a chance to move closer to silverware while knocking out their rivals, but they went and lost that game.“There was a bit of frustration last weekend, when Rangers were 2-0 up and then obviously saw themselves pegged back to draw.“But I don’t think there’s any real pressure on Danny Rohl right now.
I think he’s done a superb job since he’s taken over. He’s helped them into the title race when it looked almost impossible.“Look, there’s always pressure to win trophies as manager of Rangers as there is manager of Celtic.
They’re both expected to win every week.Credit: Imago“So that brings its own pressure, but I don’t think there’s any extra pressure on Danny Rohl. I think it would’ve obviously been a great start for him if they could win a trophy.“But from where he found them when he took over, he’s done a great job, and Rangers are planning to stick with him into the future despite those frustrations.”Rohl plans to strengthen his Rangers squadDespite the growing possibility that Rangers will end this season trophyless, Rohl is planning for the future and hopes to upgrade his squad in the summer.The Ibrox club will be challenged to back the manager as the demands for success grow louder and the fans increasingly frustrated at their recent lack of success.Football Insider exclusively revealed on 3 March that Rohl is prioritising signing a centre-back as the position has been identified as a concern.Credit: ImagoMultiple positions in the Rangers side could be upgraded this summer amid frustrations about another disappointing season, but centre-back is the priority.Emmanuel Fernandez and John Souttar represent the first-choice defensive duo, but the lack of depth behind them could force Rangers into the market.