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Daily Record
11 hours ago
- Sport
- Daily Record
Nils Koppen in shock Rangers departure just days after 49ers takeover
The Belgian's exit will be confirmed on Monday and comes just six months after he was promoted to Technical Director Nils Koppen is set to become the first high-profile departure from Ibrox as Andrew Cavenagh kicks off his Rangers overhaul. Record Sport understands the Light Blues' recruitment chief is stepping down from his role as Technical Director as Gers' new American regime begin work restructuring the club's backroom operation. The Belgian's exit will be confirmed on Monday - just hours after Kevin Thelwell officially takes up his new post as sporting director at Ibrox. Former PSV Eindhoven head scout Koppen joined Gers in January last year after being hired to lead the club's hunt for new signings. He was instrumental in the moves that brought in last summer's big arrivals Jefte, Hamza Igamane, Robin Propper, Nedim Bajrami and Vaclav Cerny. But those additions failed to change Rangers' on-field fortunes as they finished a huge 17 points behind Double-winning Celtic. His promotion to a wider role as Technical Director last November raised eyebrows amongst supporters given the struggles of the players he had helped recruit. Now just six months later he is heading for the Ibrox exit. Record Sport revealed last week that during his interview for the Gers manager's job, caretaker gaffer Barry Ferguson recommended to the board that Koppen be replaced. Now it will be left to former Everton director of football Thelwell to lead the reshaping of the Gers squad. He has already taken part in talks with some of the candidates hoping to replace Philippe Clement as the team's new permanent manager but will step up his involvement having official moved into his office. Cavenagh and his partners from the San Francisco 49ers completed their £75million Ibrox takeover on Friday and have pledged to make another £20million available to upgrade the squad. It remains to be seen who will be the manager entrusted to spend those huge sums. Davide Anecelotti remains the favourite to land the gig, with Russell Martin, Francesco Farioli and Brian Priske also in the running. You can get all the news you need on our dedicated Rangers and Celtic pages, and sign up to our newsletters to make sure you never miss a beat throughout the season. We're also on WhatsApp where we bring all the latest breaking news and transfer gossip directly to you phone. Join our Rangers community here and our Celtic community here. Tune in to Hotline Live every Sunday to Thursday and have your say on the biggest issues in Scottish football and listen to Record Sport's newest podcast, Game On, every Friday for your sporting fix, all in bitesize chunks.
Daily Record
3 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Record
Derek McInnes names the Hearts star he's admired from afar as Hibs fired firm derby warning
Neil Critchely failed to get one over the Hibees with the Jambos winning just once in the last eight capital showdowns Derek McInnes wants Hearts to be capital top dogs again and rip up the woeful recent derby record against Hibs. Former boss Neil Critchley failed to get one over the city rivals in three attempts last term – and the Jambos have won just once in the last eight showdowns. And, as a point of principle, new manager McInnes is determined to put the record straight. He said: 'The derby is obviously an attraction for any Hearts manager, the atmosphere and the whole intensity. "I'm looking forward to all the games, but the derbies are massive, I've attended loads over the years. 'And you get it, you know how important it is, and I also know how important it is for a manager to win these games as well. 'I'm looking forward to getting started and playing any team, but the Hibs games have got a bit more on it. "For the players, myself and the supporters, it's the games that we'll probably look for first when the fixtures come out.' McInnes has already got to work with deals agreed with midfielder Christian Borchgrevink, winger Alexandros Kyziridis and striker Elton Kabangu. The Jambos are also poised to sign Walsall midfielder Oisin McEntee. But the 53-year-old is looking forward to working with James Wilson, after the teenage striker's displays caught his eye when he was Killie boss. The new gaffer said: 'He's one of a few from the academy products that have come through. Credit to Naisy and Neil who played him. 'I remember a closed-door game against Naisy's team at Rugby Park a while back, the boy came on and I liked him right away. 'He's proven he's a good footballer and knows his way to goal. One of the boys who has a lot to offer.' You can get all the news you need on our dedicated Rangers and Celtic pages, and sign up to our newsletters to make sure you never miss a beat throughout the season. We're also on WhatsApp where we bring all the latest breaking news and transfer gossip directly to you phone. Join our Rangers community here and our Celtic community here. Tune in to Hotline Live every Sunday to Thursday and have your say on the biggest issues in Scottish football and listen to Record Sport's newest podcast, Game On, every Friday for your sporting fix, all in bitesize chunks.
Daily Record
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Rangers legend Paul Gascoigne to launch tell all new autobiography reflecting on rollercoaster life
Ibrox icon Gascoigne is telling his life story in his own words for the first time. Rangers legend Paul Gascoigne is set to release his tell-all new autobiography reflecting on the highs and lows of an incredible life and career in his own words for the first time. The book's title, Paul Gascoigne: Eight, references the iconic squad number worn by Gascoigne during his pomp at Ibrox, where he enjoyed a trophy-laden spell under legendary boss Walter Smith and cemented his status as a modern day Rangers icon. Once regarded as the most gifted English player of his generation, Gascoigne also played for the likes of Newcastle, Lazio, Tottenham Hotspur, Middlesbrough, Everton and the England National Team, and promises to examine his life through a new, more balanced, and positive lens. A 2022 BBC documentary on his life was watched by millions across the UK and beyond, and now he will truly be able to share the real Paul behind the headlines, promising fans the real Paul Gascoigne rather than his Gazza alter-ego. The book will be released in October this year and speaking ahead of its launch, Gascoigne said: 'Eight is all about the eight emotions that've run riot through my all in the same afternoon! It's got everything – the laughs, the tears, the madness – and probably a few things I'll regret saying once me mam reads it!' Paul Gascoigne: Eight will be published in hardback and ebook, with the audiobook released simultaneously in collaboration with W. F. Howes Ltd. Paul Gacoigne: Eight will be published by Reach Sport October 23rd, rrp £22. Preorder on Amazon now. You can get all the news you need on our dedicated Rangers and Celtic pages, and sign up to our newsletters to make sure you never miss a beat throughout the season. We're also WhatsApp where we bring all the latest breaking news and transfer gossip directly to you phone. Join our Rangers community here and our Celtic community here. Tune in to Hotline Live every Sunday to Thursday and have your say on the biggest issues in Scottish football and listen to Record Sport's newest podcast, Game On, every Friday for your sporting fix, all in bitesize chunks.
Daily Record
3 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Record
Francesco Farioli 'holds talks' with Rangers as former Ajax boss lays 'demanding' intentions on the table
The fiery Italian has emerged as a surprise contender to take over at Ibrox Rangers have reportedly held talks with former Ajax boss Francesco Farioli as another name enters the frame for the Ibrox job. Gers are on the hunt for their next manager with Davide Ancelotti the current frontrunner, while Russell Martin is in contention but Steven Gerrard looks a long shot for now due to family reasons. The Record Sport team on tonight's Hotline Live teased that a new name may be about to enter the frame, however, and it's now emerged that Farioli is another who has held talks. He signed a three-year deal with Ajax in May 2024 and initially looked well on course to win the Eredivisie before a dramatic late collapse led to his exit earlier this month, citing differences with the board. Farioli previously spoke to the club around the time Michael Beale was appointed in November 2022, and linked with the Celtic job when they appointed Brendan Rodgers for a second spell. He previously managed Alanyaspor in Turkey and Nice in France. And now The Herald say he's one of the names Rangers have spoken to over the vacant post. Farioli said he had no regrets over how his time at Ajax ended in emotional scenes after the game but walked out and has made it clear he wants back into the game soon. The 36-year-old said earlier this month: "I do want to get back into coaching. Just like it was with Ajax, I don't care about the brand or the size of the club. What matters to me is how things are done, and last summer Ajax was exactly what I was looking for. 'It was the right step for my career, and now we'll see what comes next. We'll see if and when that opportunity arrives. 'I'm a very demanding person. Before I join a club, I lay all my strengths and weaknesses on the table. 'Demanding' is probably the best word to describe me. I want to find a club that's willing to fight alongside me.' You can get all the news you need on our dedicated Rangers and Celtic pages, and sign up to our newsletters to make sure you never miss a beat throughout the season. We're also on WhatsApp where we bring all the latest breaking news and transfer gossip directly to you phone. Join our Rangers community here and our Celtic community here.
Daily Record
3 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Record
There might just be one Rangers manager candidate no one's talking about and it wouldn't surprise me if it came out soon
It looks like Ancelotti vs Martin but could there be a horse in the race that no-one knows is running? It looks like Davide Ancelotti vs Russell Martin at this stage – but don't be surprised if someone new emerges from the cold and snatches the Rangers job over the next few days. That was the warning from our man Scott McDermott on Hotline Live as he teased a 'new name' could come to the fore over the next few days. The hunt for the next boss at Ibrox has been one full of twists and turns. Interim boss Barry Ferguson was among the early frontrunners, and since then it's veered wildly between Steven Gerrard, Russell Martin and current bookies' leader Davide Ancelotti. It's all happening against the backdrop of the San Francisco 49ers-backed takeover which only complicates matters further, but the noises suggest the search for the next boss is going on independent of that and could even conclude before the American investment is rubber-stamped. As for who it will be, our man McDermott, who has been inside the hunt from day one, reckons Ancelotti is the favourite for good reason. But he also wouldn't be surprised if an entirely new name emerged to blow it apart over the next few days. He said on tonight's Hotline Live: "It would not surprise me if, over the next few days, a new name emerged. Someone that's maybe not been mentioned." Keith Jackson then followed up: "A horse that no-one knows has been running?" before McDermott continued: "Pretty much. My belief at the moment is that Ancelotti would be the favourite for a variety of reasons. "This has been so topsy-turvy, so hard to get a handle on, that nothing would surprise me. And if another name emerged in the next couple of days, it certainly wouldn't surprise me." You can get all the news you need on our dedicated Rangers and Celtic pages, and sign up to our newsletters to make sure you never miss a beat throughout the season.
