Allan McGregor discusses coaching role with Rangers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 9:51 AM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
Allan McGregor expressed doubts about his ability to contribute as a coach after being offered a position on Derek McInnes' staff at Rangers. Previously part of Barry Ferguson's interim backroom team at the end of the 2024-25 season, McGregor was surprised by the offer and did not initially consider coaching during his playing career. He aims to help restore standards at Rangers, where he played 505 matches. McGregor mentioned changes in the goalkeeping lineup, including the signing of Ivor Pandur from Hull City, emphasizing healthy competition for the No. 1 spot.
- •Allan McGregor questioned his coaching abilities before accepting the position.
- •He served on Barry Ferguson's interim staff in 2024-25.
- •Rangers signed Ivor Pandur this summer; Jack Butland moved to Hull City.
- •McGregor aims to help restore standards at Rangers.
- 9:51 AMYahoo Sports — Why Rangers great McGregor questioned coaching return
"Allan McGregor questioned whether he could bring enough to Rangers when weighing up whether to return in a coaching capacity. Despite being part of Barry Ferguson's interim backroom team at the end of the 2024-25 season, he had his doubts and was "shocked" when offered the chance to join Derek McInnes' staff. The former Rangers goalkeeper never gave coaching a thought during his playing days, during which he became a legendary figure at Ibrox.
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