Rangers Takeover Shakes Up Transfer Plans: 49ers Face Crucial Test as Controversial Manager Claim Emerge

The latest headlines regarding 49ers’ potential purchase of Rangers football club

Rangers inadvertently set an unwelcome record during their 1-1 tie against Celtic as they extended their run of failing to win at Ibrox across seven successive home matches for the first instance ever.

Before halftime, Barry Ferguson’s team took an early advantage when Cyriel Dessers scored a goal, putting them ahead as the match progressed with intense speed despite neither squad having much to play for given their final standings in the league were set.

The Hoops managed to stage a comeback when Adam Idah prevented the hosts from securing a third successive win over them. This match highlighted just how closely Rangers can compete with their arch-rivals during crucial moments, yet simultaneously underscored their inconsistency, preventing them from mounting a serious challenge for major titles on a consistent basis.

Watching on closely will be the soon-to-be new owners the 49ers group, who will have ambitions of changing the narrative around Glasgow and turning Rangers into the dominant team in the country once again. Ahead of the projected takeover, we take a look at the latest headlines and developments from Ibrox.

Nico Raskin to test 49ers ambition

Nico Raskin has emerged as one of the top players in Scottish football this season and stands out as one of the few bright spots during what has otherwise been a disappointing term for the Rangers.

He’s played his way into the Belgium international set-up after a series of solid performances for the Light Blues and is understood to be attracting interest from Premier League side Aston Villa along with Leeds United, who are also owned by the 49ers.

Ultimately, the decision the 49ers make could act as a huge indication of their ambitions for the club and whether they will prioritise Rangers or their West Yorkshire counterparts.

Speaking on the Scottish Football Social Club The reaction from the 49ers to inquiries about Raskin might reveal a lot, as former Light Blues defender Alan Hutton noted: "Should anyone show interest in Raskin, it will be intriguing to observe how they proceed since this could illuminate their thoughts and plans for the future. After all, such players are essential."

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Ally McCoist delivers harsh statement about Rangers manager position

When the 49ers assume control at Ibrox, they'll confront numerous significant choices. However, one decision may stand out as particularly crucial: choosing their next manager to guide the team through the 2025/26 campaign.

Ally McCoist, a Rangers icon, who has both played and managed the club, believes current interim boss Barry Ferguson should be considered for the post but suspects the new hierarchy will look to bring their own man in over the summer.

He told talkSPORT : “I think he’s done fine since coming in. I think the new people coming in will want their own man. Whether they keep Barry on, which is something to think about. But I think they’ll go in another direction. I might be wrong. But I think they’ll do that.

“I’m not sure Barry would fancy it right now to be brutally honest.”

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