Rangers manager Philippe Clement is reportedly “one match from the sack” following a disappointing start to the season that sees the team nine points behind Aberdeen and Celtic in the Scottish Premiership. According to Pete O’Rourke, sources have indicated that the club hierarchy is alarmed by Rangers’ poor performance under the 50-year-old manager and that Sunday’s League Cup semi-final against Motherwell (November 3) could be pivotal to Clement’s future at Ibrox.
In a recent episode of Football Insider’s Inside Track podcast, Pete O’Rourke shared insights on the club’s mounting frustration, saying that if Rangers lose the upcoming cup clash, there will be “no way back” for Clement. The Glasgow club’s recent 2-1 defeat to Aberdeen (October 30) marked their second consecutive away loss, further adding to concerns about their current form.
Clement, who was handed a four-year contract extension in the summer to remain until June 2028, was also backed with significant financial investment. Rangers brought in 10 new first-team players during the transfer window at a cost of over £14 million, while recouping just £2.5 million through player sales, largely from Sam Lammers’ move to FC Twente.
With the team’s standing and recent performances, Rangers’ board is understood to be preparing for a potential managerial change should Clement’s side fall short in this weekend’s must-win semi-final.