Following a tumultuous period as interim manager at Rangers, Barry Ferguson has offered a candid and honest assessment of the club’s season and his own uncertain future. Appointed in February to see out the campaign after the sacking of Philippe Clement, Ferguson’s tenure was a rollercoaster of mixed results, culminating in a trophyless season for the Ibrox side.
In a frank interview, Ferguson admitted that he knew the job would be challenging, stating he was “not frightened” by the bumps along the way. While there were moments of European glory, such as a penalty shootout victory over Fenerbahçe to reach the Europa League quarter-finals, his time in charge was also marked by domestic inconsistencies, including a significant gap to rivals Celtic and a disappointing home record. He acknowledged that the team’s performances were not always up to the required standard, and he had to be honest with his players about the need for improvement.
Ferguson also opened up about his personal future, making it clear that his heart lies at Rangers. He has stated unequivocally that if he is not given the permanent manager’s job, he has no interest in managing anywhere else. He expressed his desire to make his “club a better club” and is confident in his ability to do so, but also admitted he is in a “sticky situation” with no clear communication from the club regarding his future. He plans to meet with the club’s hierarchy to give an honest assessment of the situation and the changes he believes are necessary, which could involve as many as a dozen player transfers in and out of the squad this summer. Ferguson’s passionate and unwavering commitment to Rangers shines through, but the question of whether he will be the man to lead the club forward remains unanswered. the
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