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Derek McInnes aims to surpass Celtic as Rangers manager

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 5:02 PM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Derek McInnes aims to surpass Celtic as Rangers manager

Summary

Derek McInnes has taken on the role of Rangers manager with a clear mission to outperform Celtic this season. After leaving his position at Hearts, he replaces Danny Rohl, who departed for Red Bull Salzburg. Willie Miller, a former Ibrox player, emphasizes that McInnes' priority is to reclaim the title from Celtic and dominate Scottish football. Miller noted McInnes’ earlier near success at Hearts as a sign of confidence moving forward.

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Key Details

•Derek McInnes becomes Rangers manager after leaving Hearts.
•Willie Miller stresses the need to surpass Celtic.
•Rohl's departure created the managerial vacancy at Rangers.
•McInnes previously nearly lifted the title with Hearts.
•Miller views the title challenge as a major target this season.

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5:02 PMYahoo Sports — McInnes mission simple, be better than Celtic - Miller

What they're saying

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Derek McInnes' "straightforward" objective this season is to "be better than Celtic", says Willie Miller. Former Ibrox player McInnes left his role as Hearts head coach to become Rangers manager after Danny Rohl departed Ibrox for Red Bull Salzburg. Miller and McInnes are both former Aberdeen managers and the latter has also been in charge of Bristol City, Kilmarnock and St Johnstone.
— Yahoo Sports

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