Rangers have appointed Danny Rohl as their new head coach on an initial two-and-a-half-year contract, Afrosport reports.
The former Sheffield Wednesday manager replaces Russell Martin, who was sacked 15 days ago. Rohl had briefly withdrawn from contention but later returned to accept the job after renewed talks with the club.
“It is a huge privilege to be taking on the role of head coach at such an incredible club, recognised around the world,” Rohl said on his appointment. “I know it has been a difficult start to the season, but there is still so much to play for in four competitions, and my staff and I will give it everything to reward the supporters and the club.
“The expectations here are clear. The fans want to see results now – my mentality and experience is to think in exactly the same way and I have belief in the players that we can achieve this.”
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The 36-year-old began his coaching career at RB Leipzig, before assisting Ralph Hasenhuttl at Southampton and later working under Hansi Flick at Bayern Munich, where he helped win the Bundesliga title.
He took charge of Sheffield Wednesday in October 2023, helping them avoid relegation from the Championship in his first managerial role.
The German will get to work immediately at Rangers, with his first match coming against Brann in the Europa League on Thursday. The Gers are currently sixth in the Scottish Premiership with nine points after one win and six draws in eight games.
“We have no time to waste; we start straight away,” explained Rohl. “I respect that trust is earned and understand we have to give the supporters confidence in what we are doing by showing it on the pitch from the start.
“The expectations are huge and I love this challenge because I set high standards for myself and the team too. Rangers is built on a tradition of hard work, unity and success – that is exactly what you will get from me and what I want my team to represent for all of you.
“I’m looking forward to meeting the squad and getting down to work ahead of Thursday’s game away to Brann.”
