Rangers and the San Francisco 49ers are looking for a new permanent manager following Barry Ferguson’s interim stint at Ibrox.
The caretaker manager has already lost his first game in charge, as Motherwell defeated the team on March 1.
Former Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez is among the candidates vying for the job at Ibrox, with David Wagner also rumored to be in the running.
Gers handpicked choice emerges as the next permanent manager.
On March 5, Chronicle Live reported that sources close to Gers claimed Benitez is the “preferred” candidate to take over the reins this summer.
The Spaniard has been out of job for a year following a dismal time with Celta Vigo, when he won only five out of 28 games.
Even his stint at Everton was not successful, and he has failed to recreate his previous accomplishments at Liverpool and Newcastle.
Benitez has managed renowned clubs such as Real Madrid, Inter Milan, and Liverpool, but his best days as a coach appear to be behind him.
Rangers might gain from Rafa Benitez’s experience.
Rangers might benefit from Benitez’s significant management expertise and established track record in top leagues.
Benitez’s CV includes a Champions League victory with Liverpool in 2005, La Liga victories with Valencia, and domestic cups in England and Italy. He has tactical nous and pedigree that might raise Gers in Scottish football and beyond.
His pragmatic approach, which frequently emphasises defensive stability combined with counter-attacking flair, fits well with the demands of the Scottish Premiership, where the Ibrox club must dominate domestically while competing in Europe.
Benitez’s ability to manage strong personalities and extract results from minimal resources, as demonstrated at Newcastle, might benefit a team aiming to maximize its roster while facing budgetary restraints.
While his style may not appeal to fans looking for flare, his expertise and winning mentality could help Gers recapture the crown in 2025 and beyond.
