Hindsight cuts both ways. I like Danny Rohl, but this season has thrown up real questions about whether we picked the right path after Clement left. Hearts under Derek McInnes have surprised a fair few people and that comparison keeps niggling away as our league form sputters at the wrong moments.
Hearts and McInnes: grit, recruits and results
To be fair, you can see why folk tip their hats to McInnes right now. Hearts have come out looking organised, they've got a clear fighting mentality and they find ways to get results when it matters. People talk about signings being good value — whether that's down to recruitment or simply the manager's eye for what fits his team, it's worked for them so far. And when a side keeps chipping in with clean sheets and narrow wins, it looks impressive.
Where that leaves Röhl and us
We can't ignore our own problems. When the games need to be won we often lose tempo in the final third of matches. That's worrying. It's not always pretty but we have the pieces — yet when pressure mounts we sometimes fail to see games out. That pattern has cost us points at key moments and leaves us needing a long winning run to climb back into contention. Realistically, our current form doesn't scream 'comeback' just yet.
Summer choices: backing, objectives and red lines
So what's next? A lot will come down to the owners and what they're prepared to back in the transfer market. Will they stick with Röhl and give him the overhaul he might want, or decide a different route is needed? Whatever happens, expectations won't drop. Silverware will be demanded and the next transfer window will be viewed through that lens. If Röhl stays, he needs clear backing and a plan to improve our endurance and game management in those tight moments.
At the minute we've still got a chance at something this season and that's where all attention should be. Let's hope we grab it and give ourselves something to celebrate — because next season will not be a walk in the park for anyone at Ibrox.
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