Rangers head coach Philippe Clement insisted Wednesday night’s crushing 2-1 loss to Aberdeen was ‘one of the better performances’ from his Ibrox side, but the damaging defeat has heaped the pressure on the Belgian, who is now nine points behind in the Scottish Premiership title race.
The Ibrox boss signed a brand new contract at the start of the campaign, however, many fans and pundits have grave concerns at the team’s meek performances under Clement this season, with former Rangers striker and Sky Sports pundit Kris Boyd insisting the club should sack the 50-year-old after the loss at Pittodrie, with the club languishing in third place.
Clement, 50, replaced Michael Beale in the Rangers dugout only 13 months ago, with the English head coach departing Ibrox after a 3-1 home defeat to Aberdeen left them seven points behind in the race for the title. However, despite flickering signs of progress upon Clement’s arrival, the Gers now find themselves trailing even further behind, leading many to call for his departure.
But who would be the favourite to take the reins at Rangers if he was to depart? Here are the latest odds*.
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9. Kevin Muscat - 3/1
The ex-Millwall defender is the current manager of Chinese Super League club Shanghai Port. Had plenty success as manager of Yokohama F. Marinos previously and was strongly linked with the Rangers job before Philippe Clement was appointed. Would definitely be one to watch should the Belgian be sent packing by the Ibrox board. | Fred Lee Photo: Fred Lee
10. Henrik Rydstrom - 3/1
The Malmo boss is another surprise name on the favourites list, despite Philippe Clement masterminding a win against his side just last month. He's one of the key names in the frame should the Belgian depart, according to the bookies odds. | AFP Photo: AFP
11. Rafa Benitez - 5/2
Former Newcastle United and Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez is looking for a new job after parting ways with Celta Vigo in March. Previously one of the top rated head coaches in the world, Benitez had a win rate of just 27.3% at Celta Vigo, 31.8% at Everton and 31.6% at Dalian Professional. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
12. Derek McInnes - 2/1
The favourite for the job is ex-Aberdeen and current Kilmarnock boss Derek McInnes. Well liked by Rangers fans during his time as a player at Ibrox, the 53-year-old has often been linked with the Gers job - could both club and McInnes himself decide now is the right time to take the plunge, should Philippe Clement leave the club? | SNS Group Photo: SNS Group