Calls for manager’s departure increased following the 3-1 defeat by Aberdeen at Ibrox on Saturday.
RANGERS HAVE ANNOUNCED the almost inevitable departure of Michael Beale and have put club favourite Steven Davis in charge.
A third loss in seven Premiership fixtures left the Light Blues seven points behind leaders Celtic and with their title hopes already in jeopardy.Ahead of the Europa League tie against Aris Limassol in Cyprus on Thursday night, the Ibrox club released a statement which outlined the changes.“Therefore, the decision was reached today to terminate the contract of the manager, as well as the contracts of coaches Neil Banfield, Damian Matthew, Harry Watling and Jack Ade.
Rangers chairman John Bennett said: “The search process for the new manager is already under way. I wish Steven Davis and the interim management team every success – they will remain in charge for as long as it takes to make the right appointment.” It is understood the new management team have all the required Uefa badges to lead Rangers into their European match on Thursday.
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