Barry Ferguson ‘already set for another managerial role’ after Rangers exit

Barry Ferguson could potentially leave Rangers soon after losing to Athletic Club in the Europa League on Thursday.

Ernesto Valverde’s team hosted the Scottish Premiership outfit in the second leg of the quarter-finals on 17 April, winning 2-0 on the night.

The tie wasn’t without its controversies, as UEFA must explain how Cyriel Dessers wasn’t awarded a penalty after Dani Vivian ripped his shirt.

With 49ers Enterprises’ takeover on the horizon at the Bears, Ferguson isn’t expected to continue, with a managerial role elsewhere mooted.

Ferguson will manage another team after leaving Rangers
Ferguson could potentially get another job after leaving the Glaswegian outfit at the end of the season, Tam McManus says.

The former Hibernian ace believes the Gers icon will be offered a managerial role at a different club once his interim stint at the Light Blues ends.

McManus feels the Bears won’t appoint the former Scottish midfielder permanently, but the 47-year-old head coach may be prepared to take charge elsewhere.

The ex-forward said: “If he doesn’t get the Rangers job, I think he’ll get another job somewhere else. I think you can see he’s got the excitement back, the passion back for coaching.

“I think he’ll get another job, it just won’t be Rangers.”

Andrew Cavenagh and 49ers to decide next manager at Ibrox after takeover
Andrew Cavenagh and the 49ers must complete their deal at Ibrox sooner rather than later, as there are several pivotal decisions to make before the end of the season.

The Gers need to start planning for the upcoming transfer window, but will be unable to do so with the uncertainty surrounding the American takeover.

With the financial difficulties the Light Blues have faced over the years, the US consortium’s arrival will undoubtedly be a big boost for them.

Ferguson may be hoping to stay at Rangers beyond this season, but losing to Athletic in the Europa League seemingly hasn’t helped his cause.

The Gers have nothing left to play for after being eliminated from the European competition, and the remaining league fixtures are arguably inconsequential.

Whether the interim management at the Light Blues will be able to make a case for themselves in the coming weeks remains to be seen, but that appears highly unlikely.

It isn’t bad news for Ferguson, though, as some other teams in the Scottish Premiership might be impressed by what he’s done at Ibrox.

The former Scotland international’s future will be one to keep an eye on.