Danny Rohl leaves Rangers to become RB Salzburg head coach after eight months
Danny Rohl has left his position as Rangers manager after just eight months to become the new head coach of Austrian side RB Salzburg.
The Ibrox club confirmed the 37-year-old’s departure on Wednesday, stating that news regarding his successor will follow in due course.
Hearts manager Derek McInnes is widely expected to take the vacant role as the Glasgow side prepare to appoint their third boss in a single year.
A swift exit after domestic struggles
The German tactician originally replaced Russell Martin in October and initially steered his squad into a tense three-way title fight.
However, a disastrous post-split collapse resulted in a third-place Scottish Premiership finish behind rivals Celtic and Hearts.
Being eliminated from both domestic cup competitions by Old Firm adversaries further compounded the misery of a trophyless campaign.
Rangers chairman Andrew Cavenagh had previously offered public backing to the former Sheffield Wednesday boss at the end of the season.
“I’d like to thank Danny for his service and commitment to Rangers,” Cavenagh said.
“He and his staff put in a significant amount of hard work during his time in charge, which we are greatly appreciative of.”
“We wish them the best of luck moving forward.”
Returning to familiar surroundings
The departing manager now returns to the Red Bull football network where he began his coaching career alongside Ralph Hasenhuttl at RB Leipzig.
He takes over an Austrian outfit that recently recorded their lowest league finish in two decades by securing a disappointing third place.
Salzburg sacked their previous manager Daniel Beichler last month after a dismal 14-game spell in charge.
Both the Austrian club and the Light Blues will now enter the Europa League at the third qualifying round stage next season.
McInnes emerges as prime candidate
The focus in Govan immediately shifts to finding a permanent replacement who can successfully rebuild the shattered squad.
McInnes represents an obvious choice given his extensive managerial experience and deep understanding of the Scottish top flight.
The highly regarded Scottish manager is widely viewed as a seasoned professional who possesses the relentless work ethic required to succeed in Glasgow.
Meanwhile, the outgoing coach concludes his turbulent Scottish adventure with a record of 22 wins, 11 losses, and seven draws across 40 fixtures.
