Davide Ancelotti Rangers hype gets 2 word brutal reminder as Hotline wants BAN on Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers
Davide Ancelotti is the only name in town at this moment in time when it comes to Rangers.
But while he comes with an impressive CV of teams as a No2 with the likes of Real Madrid, Napoli and Everton and has a legendary boss for a father in the shape of Carlo Ancelotti - going out on your own is a different story.
And one Hotline punter was quick to look at Manchester United hero and iconic manager Sir Alex Ferguson as a prime example.
Sean McGarvey, Cumbernauld, issued a two-word stark warning to the Ibrox faithful: "To all the Rangers fans about to start the same old same old bravado over David Ancelotti, I have two words: Darren Ferguson."
Gordon Ashley, Ayr, added: "With the Davide Ancelotti news now looking like it's not a joke, I would be very worried if I was a Rangers fan, with strict new FSR rules meaning they can only spend what they earn they are relying on these new owners to make better decisions than the last ones as it is going to be a long haul to turn it around. This is a very bad start."
Steven Gerrard has enjoyed previous success in Govan and ended Celtic's ten-in-a-row bid by lifting the Premiership crown as part of an Invincibles campaign. Jimmy Mac, Glasgow, reckons considering Ancelotti over the Liverpool hero would be a 'major gamble'
He said: "Steven Gerrard won the league undefeated and has never denied his love for the club since becoming Rangers manager.
"It took Gerrard three years to win the league and to bring in rookie Ancelotti junior over Gerrard is a huge gamble which Rangers cannot afford to gift Celtic.
"Rangers must hit the ground running and the next manager must have a passion for our club and know the league not someone wanting his first ever football management job. "
Across the city, Brendan Rodgers is on the hunt for yet another domestic Treble with Celtic - but he had a personal award to put on the mantlepiece after being named Premiership Manager of the Year.
But incredibly, one Hotline caller wants the Hoops boss BANNED from being in the running.
Neil Renton, Leith, said: "I"d like to congratulate Brendan Rodgers on winning the Manager of the Year award but I'm not going to.
"He should be automatically excluded from such awards due to the resources and finances he has at his disposal. Never mind Brendan Rodgers, Buck Rodgers could manage Celtic to success."
Finally, Derek McInnes looks increasingly likely to be swapping Hearts for Kilmarnock.
Fans from both sides have reacted to the big news - and it is probably a good idea that the former Aberdeen boss doesn't read on.
Frank Jackson emailed,"I just cannot see the reasoning in appointing McInnes. Kilmarnock finished below Hearts, and Hearts were beginning to play a decent game. So why, in God's name, hire a man whose teams play boring long-ball football?"
Tom Paterson, Falkirk said: "Looks like I am about to get.my long held wish and wave goodbye to Del Boy at Killie.
"I DO NOT want Naisy [Steven Naismith] as his replacement - he's just McInnes mark II - boring and defensive.
"I would like to see Killie promote Chris Burke who has done a.fantastic job with the reserve team and the Under-18 youth teams at Killie - taking both to their respective Cup Finals with the exciting youth team winning the Scottish Cup.
"His brand is attacking, entertaining football and it would be a breath of fresh air. Come on. Billy Bowie - take a punt on an ENTERTAINER!!"
The final word goes to Kevin Kean, Inchinnan, who explained: "I must say I don't know why there is so much admiration for Derek McInnes. His CV as a player and manager is far from impressive.
"Hearts' squad is in constant flux and needs stabilising, but I fear it'll be the same this summer. 7 or 8 in and the same amount out ."
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