16 Oct 2023 15:48:35
Could Steve Davis be part of Philippe Clement's Management Team.

With rumours starting to appear regarding the makeup of the new Management team under Phillippe Clement what are the general views of who, if anyone, with a Rangers Background could be part of the Coaching Team.
Personally, I would like to see Davis as part of the Backroom Staff assuming he felt that the time is right for him to hang up his boots and concentrate on developing as a Coach.
He is an excellent Ambassador for the Club, speaks well and clearly has a strong footballing brain. Unlike other, shall we say, former players, he has always conducted himself with the upmost integrity and respect.

1.) 16 Oct 2023
16 oct 2023 16:21:04
in my experience bbb, every club should have at least one who understands the traditions and history of the club, personally i would have mcann and davis, possibly fergie too, in some capacity be it on the training pitch or doing the kit, that's only ny choice, ,

we have had many staff recentl years, from england, holland etc, , walter always got coisty and durranty to help him, with jimmy in the changing room, we need that connection, celtic always have it, so did we once.

2.) 16 Oct 2023
16 Oct 2023 16:45:02
Berkshire i really feel Davis will be involved mate.

3.) 16 Oct 2023
16 Oct 2023 17:25:18
I agree with you TT12 ?I would also like to see steven davis and neil mccann in as part of philippe clement's backroom team ?I think both know our club inside out and have good knowledge and coaching ability within them and imo would be very good additions to work under clement ?.

4.) 16 Oct 2023
16 Oct 2023 17:27:58
You're absolutely right guys, and some Rangers connections around the club, for me, is a must, but not B Ferguson! Ferguson was a fantastic captain and player for us, but over the last couple of years, he's done nothing but pander to his tim employers and colleagues on that radio station he's part of. Nah, he gives me the heaves now.
What about Lee McCulloch?

5.) 16 Oct 2023
16 Oct 2023 18:03:44
I'd have wee Barry in every day of the week tbh.

6.) 16 Oct 2023
16 Oct 2023 18:05:39
Raisetheroofe i know this won't get positive feed back, but for me I'd be really happy if Ian McCall got involved mate.

7.) 16 Oct 2023
16 Oct 2023 18:20:18
I’m different, I feel what you need in the dressing room is an individual who brings something to the table.
First and foremost he should be the manager pick, it reminds me Barry, I told Pedro this and that, how it should be, Pedro sent him packing. His best decision at rangers.
Clement needs to meet whoever, see if their thought dovetail with his, will he contribute, keep confidential info, get on with rest of clement team.
Not undermine manager or conversely be a yes man

Does the manager actually have a good feeling about potential appointment

What exactly is the person’s role to be, cheerleading, players confidant, coach, whatever

Based on above I’d automatically rule out a few

In my mind, there is potentialy one outstanding candidate, Davis. However, for him I think he would best go away, c if he wants to play again and get pro licence.

8.) 16 Oct 2023
16 Oct 2023 18:39:19
Ian McCall was very well thought of by gerrard and McAllister.

9.) 16 Oct 2023
16 Oct 2023 18:43:10
I'd like Billy Reid involved, if Potter ain't going take a job offer Billy a role.

10.) 16 Oct 2023
16 Oct 2023 18:44:29
Yea I agree barry is without doubt a bad influence.
Great wee player but I’ve met him a couple ofvtimes and he was always obnoxious.

11.) 16 Oct 2023
16 Oct 2023 18:47:45
Wee davo is a gem in every way, so he is ?A total thoroughbred and outstanding professional and not to mention an outstanding midfielder ???.

12.) 16 Oct 2023
16 Oct 2023 19:08:46
McCall was highly thought of, and I'm sure, that's why we loaned them a few players when he was the manager. Good shout My star.
Love the new username mate, a very touching gesture!

13.) 16 Oct 2023
16 Oct 2023 19:31:46
A player taking over the managers job for a few games does not make you a coach, yes he will know the background and expectations of Rangers so did Geo, then you have assistants do we keep them. Sentiments should not come into it .

14.) 16 Oct 2023
16 Oct 2023 19:55:21
Reid is getting paid millions not to work, unlikely he is going to us fourth in pecking order imo.

15.) 16 Oct 2023
16 Oct 2023 20:09:47
I think if Barry had anything to offer rangers atm it would be as part of academy coaching set up.

Who better to look upto than our best academy graduate in my lifetime.

Agree with John though that this would only be after meetings and Clemente final decision.

We do need a rangers minded, pref British, coach in the set up.

16.) 16 Oct 2023
16 Oct 2023 20:12:09
Alas that’s why I wrote it all depends on roleto be performed.

17.) 16 Oct 2023
16 Oct 2023 20:32:56
McCann getting mentioned again and I have no idea why if he was that good he would be in a job and not a pundit don’t want him anywhere near the set up. I would be happy if our manager wants Davis but it’s all down to our manager to bring in the people he thinks is best.

18.) 16 Oct 2023
16 Oct 2023 20:56:29
Think Davis should at least be part of the team till January till new manager finds his feet.

19.) 17 Oct 2023
16 Oct 2023 22:01:00
Stevie I could provide 100 names better to look up to, not better players but life role models.

20.) 17 Oct 2023
17 oct 2023 00:55:54
i've known ian molly since he played for rangers. and probably before that, a great rangers fan and a very talented coach with a great knowledge of football, suffered forever from his early lifestyle but was very talented player too.

21.) 17 Oct 2023
17 Oct 2023 00:57:14
Davis aye, McCann naw and Ferguson absolutely naw.

22.) 17 Oct 2023
17 Oct 2023 01:43:28
Beale65 I actually agree with you on this mcCall always struck me as a smart guy that doesn't over complicate stuff.

23.) 17 Oct 2023
17 Oct 2023 08:28:20
I had actually wanted Alex Rae in as part of the set up - a passionate Rangers man who has a wide range of coaching experience both in the UK and in Belgium. However, I have to agree with John’s summary of what is needed and, on that basis I don’t think Alex Rae would fit.

Ian McCall would be very good, although I don’t see him as being happy to be a number 3. I also think it may be too early for Steve Davis as he will want to continue playing as long as possible. I wouldn’t be unhappy with Steven Smith as he seems to be highly regarded as a coach. Billy Reid would also be a good appointment- I accept John’s point about his pay off from Chelsea but as a Rangers man, I would forego that for a job at my club and maybe Billy Reid will have the same thought.

Love and respect to My star ⭐️.

24.) 17 Oct 2023
17 Oct 2023 10:52:30
Good discussion on coaching role for a former player. Believe both GVB and Beale displayed both insecurity and arrogance not bringing a former player onto elite team coaching staff. With exception of Ferguson all of the names mentioned could make an effective contribution supporting PC. Also surprised no one has mentioned Kevin Thomson. IMO Davis and possibly Smith best qualified both in terms of experience and temperament.