Rangers Icons Albertz and Mols React to Barry Ferguson’s Appointment as Manager
Jorg Albertz and Michael Mols have shared their thoughts on Rangers’ decision to appoint Barry Ferguson as the club’s new manager.
The Ibrox side has endured a difficult start to the season, currently trailing league leaders Celtic by 13 points in the Scottish Premiership. This poor run of form ultimately led to the dismissal of Philippe Clement, with Saturday’s 2-0 defeat to St Mirren proving to be the final straw.
Just last week, Patrick Stewart was firm in his belief that sticking with Clement was the right move, especially with Rangers preparing to resume their Europa League campaign. However, Clement’s departure had long felt inevitable, and while Ferguson’s appointment—along with other Ibrox legends—came as a surprise, that hasn’t stopped Albertz and Mols from expressing their support.
Albertz and Mols Show Support for Ferguson
Both former Rangers players sent messages to Ferguson following the club’s announcement.
Rangers confirmed the managerial change via their official Instagram account on February 24, revealing that Ferguson would lead the team alongside Billy Dodds and Neil McCann until the end of the season.
Albertz responded: “All the best, Barry. If you need anyone to teach free kicks, let me know. I’ll let Lorenzo Amoruso know too. Good luck!”
Mols echoed the sentiment, writing: “All the best, captain Barry, and good luck with your football.”
A Much-Needed Change at Ibrox
While Clement occasionally managed to deliver standout performances, his inconsistency proved costly for Rangers. The team showed glimpses of quality in the Europa League but struggled domestically, particularly in matches like the loss to St Mirren.
Ferguson might not have been the first-choice candidate for many supporters, but Stewart and the Rangers board moved swiftly to address the club’s struggles. Their urgency reflects a clear intent to get the season back on track.
With Rangers already eliminated from the Scottish Cup by Queen’s Park—a shocking result given it was their last realistic chance at silverware—there was little room for further setbacks.
The 2024/25 season has presented numerous challenges for the club, but with Ferguson and other Rangers icons now in charge, this managerial change could mark a turning point in their campaign.
