10 Oct 2025 20:34:59
Now before I go into this post I want to make the following clear. I believe Gerrard will be the manager and I believe he is the obvious choice. Now with that said let's get onto the real reason for the post.
Danny Rohl comparisons to Russell Martin
So let's get started. Firstly the comparison is lazy and for me fueled by either being so laser focused on SG that anything will be said to disregard others or a lack of knowledge.
So here's a bit about Rohl and how he's different from Martin. Danny Rohl is a young project manager (sickening for some) who has been assistant manager at Bayern, RB Leipzig, Southampton and German national team. He went into Wednesday when they were in threat of relegation and saved them on the final day. Whilst working under the crackpot that is Chansiri he then managed a mid-table finish whilst under financial difficulties, players not being paid, etc.
So his tactics. He's pragmatic. He is described as showing influences such as the gegenpress that Klopp made famous at Liverpool, verticality (IE passing forward as much as possible) and allowing players freedom to express themselves.
In comparison to Martin, Rohl likes players to move freely and likes possession but finding a way to win is his main priority. Martin as we all saw was slow build up and possession at all costs. Rohl is also known for player growth (see a certain Djedi Gassama) and even made Barry Bannan look a top class championship CM. Martin was also structurally inflexible 4-3-3 every game. Rohl started something like 7 different formations last season including 3-4-3, 4-2-3-1, 4-3-3, 3-5-2, 4-4-2 and others.
Rohl isn't a Russell Martin reincarnation he's a pragmatic manager who looks for ways to win and maximise his squad. Not a Philosophy manager who won't change things. Rohl was also noted for the fitness of his team and was certainly not a yes man as he stood up to Chansiri multiple times and could be straight with the press and players.
Anyway let's go again and if it is Rohl as back-up it's definitely not as bad as folk believe. I actually believe Rohl is a better coach than Gerrard but Gerrard is probably the man the fans need right now.
10 Oct 2025 21:31:58
Good post Ayrshire.
I honestly don't think there much between either Rohl or Gerard when you stack their Pro's and Con's - as I said yesterday, I think it's down to personal preference in terms of which risk you prefer.
The positive is, I genuinely believe both are better than Martin.
10 Oct 2025 21:43:40
The biggest pro for Gerrard is we know he can handle managing Rangers and expectations. Rohl hasn't had thst chance and imo it's a chance wed take hiring Rohl.
10 Oct 2025 21:46:01
Ayrshire if it's Danny Rohl, he'll get my 100% backing, every bit as much as Gerrard. I honestly don't think it's a lack of knowledge, I just think people have there favourite choice. After everything we've been through i think people feel safer with Gerrard because we know what were getting, as opposed to something new.
10 Oct 2025 21:46:25
Completely agree EHL. I actually would prefer Rohl as I see us having more potential for long-term success under him.
The caveat to that is I see Gerrard having more of an instant impact.
I think the Gerrard decision is based more on emotion than evidence. At the same time Gerrard has been here and won the league but Rohl for me would be a great appointment as well.
I agreed with your post about all our options having pros and cons and this post about them both being closely matched.
The big point for me is will Gerrard do the "head coach" role or does the board backtrack on that role and go back to a manager? And if he wants manager but board want Head coach then I think Rohl will get it.
10 Oct 2025 21:58:41
The next appointment is to united the Clans. Whether you're for or against Gerrard, he WILL united the majority of the Rangers support. His values and standard's are those similar to Rangers Managers of the past. There are also no players that are or think they are bigger than him. No senior player revolts during his tenure.
10 Oct 2025 22:05:13
The status and aura of SG is what's needed in that building and changing room. He knows the expectation and what it's all about and he bought into our great institute of a club. Right time right place. I emphasise though, he must have experienced coaches behind him who are proven and respected on the grass. Defoe, Davis etc aren't that and as much as they may have attributes to be good coaches in time it's a gamble if we go down the fan pleasing ex player coaching route to accompany SG… Let's go again.
10 Oct 2025 22:10:10
Completely agreed Ayrshire,
I don't really mind who's appointed so long as they win games but I find the Röhl hate nonsensical.
I assume it's because he has experience in the championship and he's closer to the 'Head coach' than a 'manager' type but the comparisons to Martin are absolutely bonkers to me, Rohl has coached at a much higher level than Martin, he's far more attacking than Martin and he's MUCH more tactically flexible than Martin.
In fact as you point out that's one of Rohl's main characteristics, flexibility.
So while I can understand preferring Gerrard to Rohl, some of the mad comparison to Martin on here, and other places, cannot be further from the truth.
10 Oct 2025 22:16:52
Cracking and insightful post Ayrshire, thanks for posting.
10 Oct 2025 22:54:10
Stevie G is what's needed imo. Rohl undoubtedly has talent but for me Gerrard epitomises what's required to be a Rangers manager. Rohl is at a disadvantage probably due to Russell Sprout being such a disaster. Stevie is a safer option and will appease the fans. Monday is the likely day for the announcement ?.
10 Oct 2025 23:25:33
I wouldn't mind rohl, russel martin was an imposter, a snake oil salesman at best who thought he could re invent the wheel. Can you imagine going into eork and that's your boss? That would suck the life out of anyone.
10 Oct 2025 23:39:09
I spoke with my colleague today who is a SW supporter and he said the same thing.
No set tactics or formation but said the difference was instant when he came in.
They loved him as a manager but it all fell down when the club were not paying wages.
He did say he got a bit prickly with the media at the end, so maybe not ready for Rangers pressure yet.
10 Oct 2025 23:56:08
A great post, Ayrshire. I note a number of similarities between Rohl and D Ancellotti, who was apparently very close to getting the job in the summer, in that they both have been assistants at a number of big clubs. Rohl has of course been the main man at Sheffield Wednesday and by all accounts did a very good job in really difficult circumstances. I think he could be an exciting appointment. I think a lot will depend on whether the owners want a manager or a head coach. Hopefully, we'll all know soon.
11 Oct 2025 00:40:52
Brilliant post Ayrshire, I'm sure Rohl will go on to a have a very good managerial career.
11 Oct 2025 03:10:59
The media has shipped the support into such a frenzy re Gerrard that it's not him there'll be huge disappointment… despite Röhl being a catch.
11 Oct 2025 07:22:35
Ayrshire
In my heart of hearts want SG, but if you benchmark SG and Rohl CV think Rohl stroll it. His previous outstanding whereas outside SPL, SG hasn't set Heather on fire.
11 Oct 2025 07:31:13
Not for a second saying danny rohl isn't a very good coach but much more of a risk than gerrard for me in handling expectations and pressure that comes in managing our great football club ?Gerrard has proved he can handle the expectations and pressure of being the glasgow Rangers manager and like most i'm excited and like a kid at Christmas waiting for the official news that gerrard is coming home for the second coming, let's GO 2 ???.
11 Oct 2025 08:07:34
Great post Ayrshire very insightful for folk like me who know little about him.