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Normally, I would agree with you 100% STB, but there's a war going on here and this is the main protagonists positioning themselves for the ensuing battle. It's not an excuse and certainly not pretty, but it probably won't improve until this boardroom situation is resolved.

IMHO, mate, I don't think Green's comments were in any way football related. They were intended to destabilise. Green, for all his faults, is no mug. He knows McColl is buying up shares and there's a messy boardroom battle coming. Publicly putting pressure on Ally and therefore Walter, was clearly a ploy to make their positions untenable, and with Walter resigning today, it's worked. The less allies McColl has on the board come the battle, the better. No matter what I think of Ally's ability as a manager, I wouldn't wish the sort of pressure he's going to be under on him. Good luck Ally, you're going to need it.

Is Gus Poyet still unemployed? IF there was to be a change, he might be worth a look at. Seems to be held in high regard down south.

I'm no Chelsea fan, but that's a nice top. Letters on the socks suck.....:box:

Welcome(almost) big man. Hopefully, one of a few decent and much needed signings. Central defenders and midfielders please Ally.

Clearly knows where to put himself to give him the best chance of scoring. If he has any weaknesses, it's up to the coaches to strengthen them. Given his scoring record from this season and what he'll cost, seems like a no brainer.....sign him Ally

Yeah, you could be right. We were that used to having CG jumping at the chance to pass comment on just about everything. Maybe it'll be different now.

I've got a wee sneaky feeling, no facts, just a feeling, that this will happen, including us being in an SPL2. The main players in all of this are eerily quiet. Usually, you'd here some sort of yae or nae from someone.........Christ....I'm paranoid

I'm not sure any of this is possible without our involvement. Only time will tell, I suppose.

Surely the current SPL clubs have been told that there will be more TV money in order for them to agree to any sharing of funds with an SPL2. They are dying a death(we think) with what they've got now. Therefore, the only way to get those extra funds, is to have Rangers involved in the new league. Hence the reason for my previous questions. I don't believe for a minute SKY would offer up any extra cash for an SPL2 without our involvement.

I've not read every post on this topic, so I'll apologise in advance if this question has already been asked and answered. Does anybody believe that we(Rangers) are involved in any of this? Is there a chance these moves towards an SPL2 have been initiated by any deals that have been done by ourselves and the powers that be?

Yeah, that's my point. If they invite us into this league, are they basically admitting they're on their knees and they're desperate for us to join. Therefore, giving us the power to get what we want out of it. If it was me(and it isn't) I would only except if certain demands are met.

Are we in any sort of position of power here? A drop the embargo and we'll join situation. Are they desperate for us to join?

That's mighty impressive, in any league. A wee bit unfortunate that with everything else going on the Scottish game, that a huge achievement like that is not getting more headlines, which it clearly deserves.

Aye, had a wee giggle at that while watching the game. Hard, but fair tackle by Goodwin got wee yelli teef all wound up.

Well done Rangers. Let's enjoy it while we can, because let's be honest, there's a s**t loads of soul searching(you'd hope) and improving to be done for next season.

Maybe, just maybe Ian, they're under performing because of inept coaching. Obviously none of us are privy to what goes on at training, but I'd hope the coaches would look at their own contribution, rather than look to lay the blame everywhere else. Some of the comments from coaching staff, in regards to the young players has been really disappointing imo. they may be trying some reverse psychology, personally I think they're more likely to be counter productive. Also, what certain people need to understand is any talented youngster in the past breaking into the first team was surrounded by quality(differing degrees)experienced players who bore all the pressure. These guys have had, what must feel like, the whole world dumped on their shoulders. If they're going to keep hearing those sort of comments from the coaching staff, there's more than a good chance we won't get the best out of them. So Ian, have a wee look at yourself and your fellow coaches before criticising others.

Agree with FS, not sure you can deem winning a league title a failure. In saying that, I think winning the league was a given to most Bears, it's the lack of progress on the pitch that many, including myself, find the most disappointing.

Would sign up Nigel Adkins. The saints played really good stuff under him and has plenty of experience of the sort of transfer market we're now resigned to.....after the embargo of course.

Arab season ticket holder at work says, Daly is past his best and happy to see him go. Not good enough for some DU fans, but good enough for Rangers? Oh dear

Just signed.

Maybe so mate, I'll admit there was one or two decent moments in his Gers career, like skinning McGeady in an OF game at Ibrox, that was memorable. But overall, I think it's a sad indication of the acceptance of at best, mediocrity at Rangers in recent times. If a player of KB's ability is what is deemed acceptable at our great club, then that saddens me. A one year contract at a championship club, is a clear indication of the man's worth as a footballer.

Without doubt, one of the worst players EVER to wear a RANGERS jersey. Not even remotely interested in his reasons for leaving, just ecstatic he's away.

I'm happy with that. Playing a team with strong SPL aspirations, should be a good indicator as to where we are.

Mostly a decent article. Is Davie Provos dismay at the situation down his fear for the national game or the fact that his beloved hooped horrors might suffer the most?