Rangers in Meltdown? Davide Ancelotti’s Awkward Interview Sparks Fan Revolt – “This Is a Joke!”
Rangers in Meltdown? Davide Ancelotti’s Awkward Interview Sparks Fan Revolt – “This Is a Joke!”
Rangers Football Club is facing growing unrest among its supporters following the emergence of an interview with managerial candidate Davide Ancelotti that has been widely criticized for its lack of conviction, clarity, and authority.
Ancelotti, the 34 year old assistant to his father Carlo at Real Madrid, has been strongly linked to the vacant managerial position at Ibrox. While his footballing pedigree is undisputed having worked behind the scenes at some of Europe’s biggest clubs the reaction to his recent interview suggests that many fans remain unconvinced by his suitability for a leading role at a club of Rangers’ stature.
The interview, which circulated online earlier this week, was reportedly part of the due diligence process being conducted by Rangers’ board as they assess potential successors to Philippe Clement. However, instead of instilling confidence, Ancelotti’s performance has triggered significant backlash.
Clips from the conversation show the young coach giving vague answers when asked about his managerial philosophy, squad expectations, and handling of high-pressure situations. Fans have taken particular issue with his uncertain tone and what they perceived as a lack of authority.
Social media erupted within hours of the footage going viral. Phrases like “completely out of his depth”, “PR disaster”, and “not Rangers standard” were common responses from frustrated supporters, many of whom see the potential appointment as a clear example of nepotism rather than a football decision grounded in merit.
“This is a joke,” one Rangers fan wrote on X (formerly Twitter). “He’s never managed a professional game in his life, and now we’re talking about giving him one of the biggest jobs in British football?”
Many supporters fear that the club is prioritizing name recognition over genuine managerial acumen. Despite working under his father at elite clubs such as Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern Munich, and Real Madrid, Davide Ancelotti has no experience leading a team as head coach. That lack of first-hand leadership is now being fiercely scrutinized, especially following what many are calling a “disastrous first impression.”
Rangers’ supporters are renowned for their high standards and deep emotional investment in the club, and there is growing concern that the board is out of touch with the expectations of the fanbase. Forums and fan podcasts have begun openly questioning the club’s strategy, with some even calling for transparency over how candidates are being assessed.
“The board must take responsibility for this,” a post on a major Rangers forum read. “We are a club that competes for titles not a proving ground for untested coaches. If Davide’s interview was a test, he failed it spectacularly.”
The situation comes at a time when Rangers are under significant pressure to rebound from a disappointing season. With Celtic securing another league title and further European ambitions looming, many fans expected the club to target a seasoned, proven winner — not a novice manager still establishing his own identity.
Sources close to the club suggest that while Ancelotti remains on the shortlist, the backlash may force a reconsideration. Several other candidates with more extensive first-team managerial experience are believed to be under review.
As of now, no official appointment has been made, and Rangers have not issued a statement regarding the interview or the reaction to it. But the message from the fanbase is clear: the next managerial decision must reflect both ambition and credibility. Anything less, they argue, risks undermining the club’s direction and alienating a support that has proven both loyal and vocal.
With tensions rising and scrutiny intensifying, the board’s next move may define not just the coming season but their long-term legacy at the club.
