Have expensively assembled Rangers improved at all under 'mortified' McInnes?
After crashing out of the Conference League, questions are mounting for Derek McInnes at Rangers, writes Tom English.
The early season optimism surrounding Rangers has quickly dissipated, and the team's recent exit from the Conference League has raised more questions than answers. The hefty investment made in assembling the squad had fans expecting significant improvements, but the results on the pitch have been underwhelming.
McInnes' comments that he is "mortified" with the team's performance suggest a sense of accountability, but fans will be looking for tangible signs of progress. The pressure is mounting on the manager to turn things around, and it's unclear whether the current squad has the cohesion and quality to compete at the highest level.
As the season wears on, all eyes will be on Rangers' upcoming fixtures to gauge the team's response to the recent setbacks. Will McInnes be able to make the necessary adjustments to get the team back on track, or will the pressure continue to build? The Scottish Premiership is notoriously competitive, and Rangers will need to show significant improvement if they hope to challenge for the title.
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