US EditionDanny Rohl Joins Steven Gerrard in Withdrawing Interest to Take over at Rangers
Danny Rohl withdrew citing poor timing, leaving Kevin Muscat as the leading candidate despite a seven-figure compensation fee and his ongoing Chinese Super League commitment.
- Last week, Danny Rohl told Rangers Football Club he no longer wishes to be considered for the manager role, ending his candidacy for Russell Martin's replacement.
- Rohl said the timing is not right for him to continue after being interviewed last week, despite eagerness to start before Saturday's Scottish Premiership match.
- Record Sport understands Kevin Muscat is the clear frontrunner to replace Russell Martin, but Rangers face a seven-figure compensation fee to Shanghai Port and no agreement has been finalised.
- Under-19 boss Steven Smith has been taking charge of first-team training alongside academy coach Brian Gilmour, while Neil McCann is in the frame as interim manager until Kevin Muscat arrives from China.
- Muscat is expected to remain in China until Shanghai Port finish the Chinese Super League, which concludes on November 22, delaying any potential move to Rangers.
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