Patrick Stewart, who boasts an impressive 18-year tenure at Manchester United — including a period as interim chief executive — has been unveiled as Rangers’ new chief executive.
The prestigious position at Ibrox has been vacant since the departure of James Bisgrove in May, with interim chairman John Gilligan overseeing the club’s operations amid recent turbulence within the board.
Stewart’s move to United saw him serve as interim chief executive from 2023 until this summer, following his initial recruitment at Old Trafford in 2006 and elevation to the board in 2019. His new venture at the Rangers is due to start on December 16.
“We are delighted to welcome Patrick as our new chief executive,” Gilligan told the Gers’ official website. “Patrick brings with him a stellar reputation and extensive experience in top-level football, having dedicated more than 20 years to the sport. »
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The board is also actively deliberating various qualified candidates for the role of president and plans to announce a nomination soon.
Taking the reins at Ibrox presents a daunting challenge for Stewart, who must navigate a club struggling on the pitch and within management. Rangers recently announced a staggering £17.2 million loss, and attempts to tighten spending and reduce the wage bill appear to be having a negative impact on the squad.
Currently, Rangers sit in a disappointing third place in the William Hill Premiership, 11 points behind city rivals Celtic and eight points behind second-placed Aberdeen, having won just two of their last five league outings.
Manager Philippe Clement is under intense pressure due to the team’s insipid performances, but the club appear determined to show solidarity with the struggling Belgian at the moment.
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