Rangers’ title ambitions trigger surprising revelation from Ibrox source as Danny Rohl alters the club’s shifting momentum

Rangers currently sit three points behind league leaders Hearts, though their position represents a dramatic turnaround from October when the club faced serious difficulties. The Ibrox side has transformed from sixth place and 13 points adrift into genuine title contenders. This resurgence began following Danny Rohl’s appointment as manager and has accelerated significantly in recent weeks.

Stevie Smith, now part of Rohl’s coaching staff, stepped in as interim manager during Rangers’ darkest period after Russell Martin’s departure. At that stage, the team remained winless at home and languished in the lower reaches of the table following a disappointing campaign start. Smith’s honesty about the situation reveals the scale of the challenge faced at that moment.

When reflecting on the dramatic improvement, Smith acknowledged that a title push seemed improbable when he initially took charge. However, he always believed momentum could shift quickly if the right conditions emerged. The arrival of Rohl appears to have provided exactly those conditions, transforming the club’s trajectory within weeks.

Rangers’ recent 5-1 demolition of Kilmarnock showcased the team’s attacking prowess and new additions’ impact. Andreas Skov Olsen scored his first goal while Tuur Rommens impressed on debut. The 22-year-old left-back earned particular praise from supporters for his cameo appearance, demonstrating the quality brought in during the transfer window. Smith, himself a former left-back, recognized Rommens’ capability immediately.

Squad depth has improved considerably, with competition now established across all positions. Jayden Meghoma, aged just 19, has proven himself consistently reliable. Despite some injury concerns affecting Emmanuel Fernandez, Youssef Chermiti, and Dujon Sterling following recent matches, Rangers maintain optimism about their availability for upcoming fixtures against Queen’s Park and Motherwell.

Derek Cornelius, the on-loan Marseille defender, has returned to training after an extended absence. However, the defender remains weeks away from competitive involvement. The medical team continues assessing injured players, with decisions pending on their return timeline for upcoming competitions.