“…hope the same can happen at Ibrox…” – Derek Ferguson Has ONLY ONE ANSWER for Rangers to Bridge the Gap with Celtic and Stop Their Dominance…

Rangers’ Road to Revival: Former Midfielder Derek Ferguson Weighs in on 49ers Takeover and Celtic Gap

As Rangers continue to navigate a tumultuous season, the prospect of a takeover by the 49ers Enterprise has sparked hope among the Ibrox faithful. The American franchise, which already owns a majority stake in Leeds United, is understood to be in advanced talks with Rangers, with a potential deal on the horizon.

Former Rangers midfielder Derek Ferguson believes that the 49ers’ involvement could be a game-changer for the club, but warns that bridging the gap to Celtic will require significant investment.

“In terms of players, you look at the calibre of players Celtic have at the minute,” Ferguson told Ibrox News. “You’re looking at between £60m-100m to bridge the gap to Celtic, and to challenge in Europe. There was a time Rangers were able to attract top, top names, on top money. If you want to challenge Celtic, you’re looking at between £60m-£100m.”

Ferguson’s assessment is a stark reminder of the challenges facing Rangers as they seek to reclaim their status as a dominant force in Scottish football. The club’s financial struggles have been well-documented, and the 49ers’ takeover could provide the necessary injection of capital to revitalize the team.

The 49ers’ ownership model, which has been successful at Leeds United, could provide a blueprint for Rangers’ revival. Ferguson believes that the American franchise’s involvement could bring stability and a renewed sense of purpose to the club.

“I’ve felt for the Rangers players because times have been tough off the field, as it was at Leeds,” Ferguson said. “You have to factor that in. The most important thing is what happens on the field, but look at Leeds – things have settled and they’re going back to the Premier League. I’d love the same thing to happen at Rangers.”

While the prospect of a 49ers takeover is exciting for Rangers fans, there are still several hurdles to overcome. The club’s financial situation is complex, and the 49ers will need to navigate a series of challenges to restore Rangers to their former glory.

However, with the right investment and a clear vision for the future, Ferguson believes that Rangers can close the gap to Celtic and reestablish themselves as a major force in Scottish football.

“This season has been a disaster – the caveat being Europe, which is a bonus and always will be for Rangers,” Ferguson said. “Rangers teams are based on how they perform domestically and right now we are nowhere near it. What’s happening at Leeds, a lot of Rangers fans will be looking at it, seeing how it’s changed over the past two years and hope the same can happen at Ibrox.”

As the Rangers faithful wait with bated breath for news of the 49ers takeover, Ferguson’s words serve as a reminder of the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. With the right investment and a clear vision for the future, Rangers can begin to rebuild and restore their status as a dominant force in Scottish football.