Derek McInnes appointed Rangers manager on three-year deal

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 7:25 PM

Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Derek McInnes appointed Rangers manager on three-year deal

Summary

Derek McInnes has been appointed as the new manager of Rangers Football Club, returning to Ibrox after 26 years. McInnes, who is also a lifelong fan of the club, emphasized the high expectations from supporters. He acknowledged the demands of the role and expressed his commitment to meeting those expectations alongside his staff and players. Alongside McInnes, Alan Archibald and Paul Sheerin will join the backroom team, and preparations for the upcoming season have already started.

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Key Details

•Derek McInnes appointed Rangers manager on June 17, 2026.
•McInnes returns to Ibrox 26 years after leaving as a player.
•He signed a three-year deal with the club.
•Alan Archibald and Paul Sheerin join the backroom staff.
•Preparations for the upcoming season have begun.

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7:25 PMYahoo Sports — 'Right time' for McInnes as he takes on Rangers 'demands'

What they're saying

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New Rangers manager Derek McInnes says the club's fans "rightfully have high expectations". McInnes has been appointed on a three-year deal, returning to Ibrox 26 years after he left as a player. "It is a real honour to become the manager of Rangers Football Club," he told club media.
— Yahoo Sports

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