Rangers hire McInnes as new manager following Röhl's departure

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Last updated Jun 17, 2026

Rangers hire McInnes as new manager following Röhl's departure
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Rangers have appointed Derek McInnes as their new manager, signing him to a three-year deal. McInnes, who previously managed Hearts, led them to a second-place finish in the Scottish Premiership last season. He replaces Danny Röhl, who left Ibrox to take over at RB Salzburg after a brief tenure. The club has struggled to secure silverware in recent years, winning the Premiership only once since 2011. McInnes faces pressure to improve the team's performance and revamp the squad ahead of the upcoming season.

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  • Derek McInnes signs a three-year contract with Rangers.
  • McInnes guided Hearts to a second-place finish in the Premiership.
  • He replaces Danny Röhl, who left for RB Salzburg.
  • Rangers last won the Premiership in 2021.
  • The club plans to overhaul its squad this summer.
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  • 7:11 PMYahoo SportsWhat are key issues for Rangers and new manager McInnes?
  • 7:05 PMBBC FootballThe key issues for Rangers and new manager McInnes
  • 6:35 PMYahoo SportsRangers announce Derek McInnes as new Manager
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Rangers have appointed Derek McInnes from Hearts on a three-year deal following the departure of Danny Röhl to Austrian giants RB Salzburg.Having guided Hearts to within minutes of a first SPFL title...

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Derek McInnes is the latest man to fill the Ibrox hotseat - here are the key issues for Rangers and their new manager.

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Derek McInnes is the latest man to fill the Ibrox hotseat - here are the key issues for Rangers and their new manager.

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