Former Sheffield Wednesday manager Danny Röhl has pulled out of the running to become the next Rangers head coach, dealing a fresh setback to the club’s search for a successor to the recently dismissed Russell Martin.
Röhl, 36, becomes the second high-profile candidate to withdraw from consideration in less than a week after Steven Gerrard also declined the chance to return to Ibrox. Despite being viewed as a leading contender and holding productive talks with Rangers officials, Röhl has now informed the club he no longer wishes to be part of the recruitment process.
Former Rangers midfielder Kevin Muscat remains a candidate, but any appointment may be delayed. The Australian coach is currently in charge of Shanghai Port in the Chinese Super League and still has four fixtures remaining this season.
Club sources insist multiple candidates remain under consideration, as Rangers take a deliberate and patient approach to their decision.
Röhl is highly regarded in coaching circles despite his young age. His résumé includes roles at:
In October 2023, he took over at Sheffield Wednesday, becoming the youngest manager in the English Football League. He guided Wednesday to safety before a 12th-place finish the following season, but left this summer amid ownership and financial uncertainty at the club.
The same day Röhl withdrew, Derek McInnes dismissed suggestions linking him with the role. The former Rangers midfielder, now managing Heart of Midlothian, said he was fully focused on keeping Hearts at the top of the Scottish Premiership.
Russell Martin’s tenure lasted just 17 matches, leaving Rangers eighth in the Premiership after only one win in six league games. Their season has already been marred by:
With pressure mounting from supporters, Rangers face a pivotal decision as they seek stability and direction. The club returns to domestic action on Saturday at home to Dundee United, but the managerial situation remains unresolved.
