Important Lessons from Danny Rohl's Rangers Media Unveiling

Exactly 135 days following Russell Martin's first press conference as the club's manager, his replacement the German coach met with the media at Ibrox for the initial occasion.

The scale of the task ahead of him is widely recognized, given Martin's turbulent and disappointing 123-day spell.

The former Sheffield Wednesday manager was joined by chairman the chairman, along with the frequently questioned duo of football director Thelwell and CEO Patrick Stewart.

However, what precisely did we learn from the young coach's first public appearance as Rangers boss?

The Manager's Primary Focus - Victory Comes First

One thing came through clearly from Rohl's initial presentation before the Scottish media - he recognizes the necessity to win matches, and do so rapidly.

The previous manager Russell Martin managed just 17 matches and four months in charge, so the inquiry arose about how long Rohl thinks is realistic to turn around the struggling team.

Although deftly avoiding a specific response that might create future pressure, the coach's message was very evident.

"With hope very quickly," he stated. "That is crucial.

"In football you have limited opportunity. You can discuss future plans but we know it concerns immediate results and the short-term is about securing victories. That is what I demand.

"One thing is also obvious - I require every squad member to comprehend how we want to play. I come back to my main theme: victory comes first, it's attractive and it's together. By following this order, I believe that I'll stay very long at the club."

Pressure is Normal

The previous manager needed a police escort to leave the Falkirk Stadium after his last game in charge.

We've seen how toxic situations can become at sports teams when results decline. Protests have almost become a regular aspect of the matchday experience on each part of the city these days.

As the club's most youthful manager in history, the inquiry was posed about what qualities Rohl believes he possesses that would allow him to cope, never mind excel, in among the most pressurized positions in British football?

"I think expectations in this business are standard," he stated. "One needs to understand that rapidly.

"I believe some people could reference my age but I'm 16 years on this path. I experienced an excellent opportunity to work with Bayern Munich and be just the assistant coach, but I felt what it means to be a head coach and the demands you face.

"You begin getting results and then some critics claim you need to produce entertaining football. That's the next phase but that's exactly my intention. I relish that challenge and I look forward for what's ahead."

Thelwell Explains Striker Acquisition & Hiring His Son

The media pack had plenty of questions from journalists directed at Thelwell.

Much discussion has concerned the appointment of Robbie Thelwell as head of recruitment, with fans skeptical about his qualifications for the role.

Nevertheless, he justified and explained the decision to bring his son to Ibrox.

"It's always uncomfortable to hear and in appearance I believe we all agreed when we made this decision to appoint him that he'd be viewed in a particular way," Thelwell stated.

"The truth of the situation is that we want to bring the very best players here.

"My perspective on Robbie's career and situation is he didn't need my assistance in football.

"He served at Villa as head scout, he then joined Norwich as head of scouting and then was elevated to player pathways manager.

"Before we recruited him, multiple top division teams wanted to sign him. Our approach right at the beginning of proceedings was discuss with the CEO, Andrew and deputy chairman Marathe about this situation.

"I remained highly transparent and I think Robbie probably underwent a more rigorous process than anybody else employee by the team.

"What I do know is that he'll labor constantly to achieve success for Rangers and I anticipate to him proving that he'll become an excellent employee for the club."

Thelwell also defended the acquisition of forward Chermiti, who joined the club for an alleged first payment of £8m, after failing to score in 24 games for Everton.

The sporting director who transferred the Portuguese youth international to Merseyside from Sporting Lisbon - once more for large funds in a fifteen million pound transfer.

The question came if he supports his multi-million pound signing, who hasn't yet register in seven outings for Rangers.

"Yes, completely," Thelwell answered. "I believe the striker is a player who's got great ability.

"I haven't questioned him in any way. Similarly, I believe Danny will help to maximize the potential out of Youssef.

"It's very initial stages for the young player, he's a promising prospect and of course with inexperienced players they occasionally take time.

"But I'm certain throughout of his time at the club he'll demonstrate that he is highly capable footballer."

Stewart Acknowledges Fan Disappointment and Anger

The chief executive was in the media firing line, given the criticism that has been aimed at him by some club own supporters.

Additionally, there was a banner in the Sandy Jardine stand during the last draw with United suggesting him - and Thelwell - to depart before being removed for him.

Similar to the sporting director, Stewart didn't evade the issue.

"I completely appreciate the disappointment and anger that the supporters are experiencing because performances recently haven't been expectations and no one is happy with them," he said.

"The pain and frustration they feel is mirrored within the boardroom.

"Recognize that there must exist an outlet for that dissatisfaction and in my role, I'm responsible.

"I serve as focal point for such issues and my role as a