Christopher Jack

Scotland

Writer at Rangers Review

Group Senior Sports Writer at The Herald (Scotland)

Group Senior Sports Writer at The Glasgow Times

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Articles

Kevin Thelwell provides update on Rangers manager search, confirms Purdy arrival

4 days ago | rangersreview.co.uk | Christopher Jack

Thelwell has been involved in the hunt for Philippe Clement’s successor in the dugout following confirmation of his appointment in April. That process is now set to reach a resolution this week. Read more: Making Rangers a 'dominant force', excitement of Cavenagh and 49ers - King interview Who is Paraag Marathe? Profile of the main man behind the 49ers Rangers bid Rangers confirmed the takeover deal by Andrew Cavenagh and 49ers Enterprises on Friday afternoon.
Making Rangers a 'dominant force', excitement of Cavenagh and 49ers - King interview

5 days ago | rangersreview.co.uk | Christopher Jack

Dave King has given his backing to Paraag Marathe and Andrew Cavenagh (Image: RR) Dave King was neverÂ prepared to fail at Ibrox. That is why he did not fail to prepare for one of the biggest calls during his two-decade association with Rangers. On Thursday morning, King was a former director and former chairman of his boyhood club.
Dan Purdy to oversee Rangers transfer drive as Nils Koppen heads for Ibrox exit

5 days ago | rangersreview.co.uk | Christopher Jack

Former Everton head of recruitment Dan Purdy will join Rangers to oversee their first transfer window under the guidance of the new Ibrox regime. And his arrival in Glasgow will signal the end of Nils Koppen's stint at the club as he leaves his post as technical director. The Rangers Review can reveal that Purdy will take up his position on Monday as Andrew Cavenagh and 49ers Enterprises make their first significant move since their takeover was completed on Thursday night.
Who is Paraag Marathe? Profile of the main man behind the 49ers Rangers bid

5 days ago | rangersreview.co.uk | Christopher Jack

Paraag Marathe will become an influential figure at Ibrox (Image: RR) The to-do list that Paraag Marathe must work through every day has another entry on it. Roles at the San FranciscoÂ 49ers and Leeds United would be enough for most but Marathe will now fill whatever hours he has left in his working week with the task of rejuvenating Rangers. Maratheâs career is the epitome of the American Dream.
Time will be kind to this Rangers regime despite Ibrox failures - Chris Jack

6 days ago | rangersreview.co.uk | Christopher Jack

Dave King, Douglas Park, John Bennett and John Gilligan served on the Rangers board (Image: RR) There were no cheers or photographs, no handshakes, soundbites or tears in front of an anxious and excited support. A statement to confirm the news was posted on the official Rangers website as the handover of power was announced. And with that, an era at Ibrox came to an end. The takeovers of 2015 and 2025 were very different affairs in so many ways.
Investment plans, board overhaul, Ibrox - Chris Jack answers key takeover questions

1 week ago | rangersreview.co.uk | Christopher Jack

An American consortium have taken control at Ibrox (Image: RR) The paperwork has been signed, the shares have been secured and the board has been confirmed. The American Revolution has started at Ibrox. Andrew Cavenagh and his consortium – headed by 49ers Enterprises – are the new owners of Rangers. Multi-million pound transactions to acquire a 51 per cent stake have been completed and a new regime is in place.
Rangers takeover deal complete as American consortium assumes Ibrox throne

1 week ago | rangersreview.co.uk | Christopher Jack

The Rangers Review has reported extensively on the deal over recent months as Cavenagh, a Philadelphia-based health insurance guru, has been at the forefront of moves to herald in a new era. And that moment has now arrived after the final pieces of the jigsaw were put in place this week.
Rangers pre-season training camp revealed as friendly fixtures confirmed

1 week ago | rangersreview.co.uk | Christopher Jack

And the first two friendly fixtures of the summer have also been pencilled into the schedule ahead of the return to action next month. The Rangers Review outlined the key dates that the club are working to in the close season as preparations continue for the new campaign. And it has now been confirmed that the incoming Ibrox boss will take his squad toย St George's Park on Monday, July 7.
Davide Ancelotti to Rangers: Latest news and timeline update on Ibrox deal

1 week ago | rangersreview.co.uk | Christopher Jack

Davide Ancelotti will hold further talks with Rangers (Image: Getty) Rangers will hold further discussions with Davide Ancelotti in the coming days as the Ibrox hierarchy look to conclude their manager search. The Rangers Review revealed last week that Ancelotti was one of the names under consideration to replace Philippe Clement in the dugout this summer.
The numbers don't add up for Bajrami ahead of a quickfire Rangers exit

1 week ago | rangersreview.co.uk | Christopher Jack

Unfortunately for Nedim Bajrami, the numbers just don’t add up. In the modern parlance, he is a 10 rather than a six or an eight. In old money, he is a midfielder who is in the team to provide assists and to score goals. His first season at Ibrox ended with just five of each. In black and white, the return has not justified an outlay of more than £3million. Yet the eye test is just as damning for the Albanian and that is why he is already being touted for an exit less than 12 months after arriving.