Back Rohl — but he needs his players

Stig Dr may not have had much say in the summer business, so it would be unfair to pin the whole squad on him. The people who built this group are largely gone. What we can judge is how Rohl deals with what he inherited and whether he can give the team a recognisable identity. I’ve seen improvement from Rohl in organisation and shape, but to be fair we need to see him work with his own players before making a final call.

Who actually picked the players?

It’s worth repeating: if Stig Dr only had a say in a handful of signings then he shouldn’t carry the full blame for the current crop of players. That era of recruitment belongs to other people. You can see why supporters are frustrated — the squad hasn’t looked right at times — but recognising responsibility matters. Place it where it belongs and don’t scapegoat someone who wasn’t the driving force.

Rohl’s short-term job was sensible

When Rohl arrived he had to steady the ship. His first job was to make us hard to beat and stop the wobble. That’s what any sensible manager would do in those circumstances. There have been signs of structure and better defensive organisation, and that alone is something to hang on to. Still, structure is only a base. To win and to play the way we want, we need more than not losing. We need a clear plan going forward and players bought for that plan.

Identity, recruitment and the risk

We’ve been crying out for identity all season and for good reason. Identity means tempo, pressing triggers, shape in transition and clarity on the ball. Right now the football has been messy too often. The truth is simple: if we spend a lot in the transfer window and still finish second or third, missing out on the Champions League, that would be a disaster for the club. So the recruitment has to be smart, and Rohl must get the players who fit his ideas.

I’ll back Rohl next season provided I see continued improvement and intelligent recruitment. Give him his squad and then judge. Until then I’ll be patient but watchful — because we all want to see Rangers playing with an identity that suits the club.

Written by Boy blue 4: 30 June 2026