Davide Ancelotti Steps Up Bid to Become Rangers Manager Amid Modric Talks
Davide Ancelotti is intensifying his efforts to land the Rangers managerial role.
The Italian has held a new round of discussions with the Ibrox hierarchy this week, with further talks expected as Patrick Stewart continues to lead the search for a permanent successor to Philippe Clement.
Ancelotti is reportedly pleased with the progress made so far and is confident he’s the leading candidate for the job, ahead of names like Steven Gerrard and Brian Priske.
Despite no final decision being made yet, Ancelotti is already said to be plotting an eye-catching first signing, with surprise reports emerging of talks with Luka Modric.
Luka Modric Linked with Stunning Rangers Switch
BBC Sport’s Guillem Balague has revealed that Ancelotti has spoken directly with Modric about the prospect of joining him in Glasgow.
The Croatian legend has confirmed he will be leaving Real Madrid but has not yet committed to his next move. When asked if he’d follow Ancelotti to Rangers, Modric reportedly didn’t rule it out.
Patrick Stewart, alongside 49ers Enterprises and Andrew Cavenagh—who are involved in discussions around an impending takeover—are hoping to secure Ancelotti soon, with a decision needed by early June to avoid losing him.
Modric Move Would Mark New Era at Ibrox
At 39, Modric would bring global star power to Rangers, and he might not be the only Real Madrid name to follow. Defender David Alaba has also been mentioned as a possible target if Ancelotti takes charge.
The 49ers are expected to hand their new manager a significantly increased transfer budget compared to recent seasons, with a focus on free agents willing to accept reduced wages—something that suits veterans like Modric.
Seeing Modric don the famous Rangers blue would be a seismic moment for Scottish football, and if Ancelotti is confirmed soon, such a move could be more than just speculation.
A decision on the new manager is anticipated within days, and if Ancelotti arrives with Modric, even in a player-coach role, it would mark a dramatic start to a new era at Ibrox.
