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Have to say I'm quite surprised by this. They had won that U17 Glasgow Cup 4 times in a row. And to be honest my impression was that Celtic have been better than us at picking up the best players at youth level (Dembele for example). Which one? I was impressed with a few of them. I particularly enjoyed watching McPake. It's very pleasing that he was signed from Hibs. That to me suggests the club are doing a better job than I thought at signing some of the best youth players from other teams. We need to be trying to hoover them up at those lower levels.

It's mad to suggest that the last two games are a true reflection of the difference in quality between the squads. A good manager could do far more with this squad. After 4 meetings this season Hibs are even with Celtic with a win each and two draws, even goal difference is even. Our support have sounded like their support after the 2016 semi. It was a similar scenario where the difference in quality between the squads was totally clouded by 1 team which was totally in tune with it's manager playing against a team who were not. They do obviously have a much stronger squad, but a proper manager and some clever signings in the right positions would make a huge difference.

James McArthur has apparently confirmed his existing contract runs for another 2 years, so he's not going anywhere. He's a £10m player, I guess it was always too good to be true.

This was very clear to see in the final. I was amazed at the boys’ technical capabilities. Moved the ball around on the deck really well and great dribbling ability. I was surprised how physical rather than technical Celtic looked.

Yeh the bit that worried me was where he said Paul Murray had spoken to him personally about the Whyte-Murray deal. That made me wonder if he'd been in touch with him here before going all out in a piece like that. I saw mention of the mobile app contract, but isn't it speculation to suggest this was for personal gain? It seems to me more likely PM's company would have given the club a cheap quote for the work. But it's speculation either way as far as I know.

To be honest I think it's too early to know what to make of it. The article made the case for Paul Murray as a Rangers man and a man of integrity pretty well. We still haven't had an explanation as to why he's resigned. Maybe I'm against the majority here but I think it's obvious there's been an argument between them, and I'm inclined to think Murray had a good reason to resign. If it was all amicable the statement would have been very different and it would have explained what was going on.

I’ve compiled some highlights from the game which you can download from wetransfer via the link below (too big to upload here). No sound For the first few clips. Team looks very impressive. Lots of good players; McPake, Kennedy and Mebude, Paterson and Butterworth terrorised them throughout. https://we.tl/s-A69Irw4SmH

Celtic wouldn't be where they are if Lawwell hadn't put them on a very sound financial footing years ago. I'm much happier having accountants in our boardroom than not.

The timing has to be relevant though. Why today? It's a PR blunder if nothing else. But I still suspect there's been a disagreement.

The resignations are unexplained. If it was to make space for new investors, why on earth wouldn't you announce that in one go? Rather than inviting the press to fill the vacuum with a flurry of negative headlines (which they haven't disappointed with).

Paul Murray is a chartered accountant, which is another reason to worry for me. He has pledged that the club won't get into financial trouble again. Negotiations resume with Gerrard tomorrow - who we know is seeking financial assurances - and the board will have been debating how much to promise him in the transfer market. My best guess is the majority of board members are planning to promise him an amount Paul Murray thought would put the club in financial danger.

I think it's definitely bad for two reasons; If there was a normal explanation they would have given it The timing is terrible for unexplained board resignations, if there was a normal explanation they'd have timed this differently to prevent the perception of chaos at the club Main worry for me is that they've lost confidence in King. Could be they've been asked to cough up more money for Gerrard's warchest too when existing loans aren't being repaid.

Can't be good. It is notable that the article was very keen to heap praise on both, but that could be damage limitation knowing the press will make the most of it. Keith Jackson will be loving it.

This includes not being afraid to set up defensively against Celtic with the intention of counter attacking. Our last 3 managers now have made the mistake of setting up to attack Celtic and each of them caused the club to be humiliated (MW 5-1, PC 5-1, GM 4-0 & 5-0). This has largely been down to not recruiting players capable of sitting in and defending against a better team (defensive midfielders and defenders who can defend). This was Walter's speciality.

Totally agree. "When speaking to BT Sport last April, Gerrard wasn’t shy about revealing the way he wanted his teams to play: “My teams will be physical. Fighting, winning, tackling. Going where it hurts, letting your lungs burn and really digging deep.”" Have to say I really like the sound of Gerrard's style. I know it doesn't mean much without a track record, but I for one will be glad to have a manager who values strength, aggression and tackling for a change. We barely have a midfielder who can tackle. Our centre backs are weak pushovers. Here's hoping Stevie will fix those problems in the transfer market.

Thanks, I'd been looking for a video. Have to say for me it's a huge thing to winning at youth level. The club should make it a top priority to be beating Celtic throughout the youth stages. And ideally in future keeping our best players (Gilmour).

I’m hoping it’s announced before the weekend. Our players will play out of their skins in the remaining 3 games knowing they’re playing to be a part of Steven Gerard’s first squad as manager.

That's what I'm worried about. I wasn't crazy about the idea of Gerrard at first but with all the coverage I've come round. All the Celtic legends and ex managers lining up to "warn" him against taking it has made me want him more.

Sutton has tweeted that “Stevie G may have some news...” tonight

Sad as it is, it's the right decision. There's absolutely no way a Rangers manager should ever keep his job after losing 4-0 and 5-0 to Celtic in a fortnight. Let's hope the assistants came through unscathed and they still have the respect of the team.

He came agonisingly close to a good result at Ibrox. Morelos’s miss was absolutely bizarre. Celtic had one chance and they took it and then parked the bus. When a team parks the bus the man disadvantage doesn’t make as big a difference. Could have been so different if events had gone differently that day.

Reports are that he quit, but we’ll see. Who on earth can step up now? The academy have performed really well in the games programme, is Craig Mulholland our best qualified candidate inside the club? I can’t see Gerrard risking his reputation on these last 3 games. If he takes the job I think he’ll watch but keep his hands clean.

Interesting article on Gerard’s management style. https://www.footballwhispers.com/blog/gerrard-bring-rangers

Agreed. The Salzburg style sounds like a good middle ground. It’s an over-emphasis on possession especially that I think doesn’t work for us. Salzburg sound to me like a great example of how to run a club, I’ve noticed the way they have been picking up young prospects from all over.

I’m pretty sure negotiations with Gerrard are going to break down when King finally plucks up the courage to ask him if he’d be interested in “an exciting investment opportunity”.