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if they sell lescott to man city do u think everton will want bougherra if they do i would want 7 to 8 million and bring in 2 centre backs and a striker with that money

i was listening to radio scotland then and chick young said if mendes was sold for 5 million smith would not have any of that money to spend wtf

i think boyd might be sold now what do u guys think

the team is mcgregor whittaker weir bougherra papac davis thomson mcculloch fleck naismith miller according to chick young

that is a lie walter spent around 6.75 million beofre kaunas lafferty 3.75 million miller 2 velicka 1 that is 6.75 million

By Kenny MacDonald, 22/08/2009 RANGERS manager Walter Smith will work for half this season WITHOUT a contract. The Ibrox manager's current deal expires in January and he's reached agreement with chairman Sir David Murray, he'll work after that until the end of the term without a new contract. Murray and Smith made the arrangement during the summer and Sport of the World understands it moves Rangers closer to a new management structure of Ally McCoist and Kenny McDowall being in charge at the club. Both Smith and Murray are comfortable with the gentleman's agreement and have agreed to review the managerial position next summer. If Rangers win their second straight title it's likely Smith will bow out on a high, moving to a role as Director of Football and leaving McCoist, McDowall and Ian Durrant in charge of first-team selection and tactics. If Celtic win the flag, Smith could be asked to stay on as boss to groom his assistants to take over the reins. Rangers have been given a bonus with the news that Cup Final hero Nacho Novo could be back in action next week. It was feared Novo would be out till November after a recurrence of his shoulder injury but Smith said: "He went to a specialist in England and he managed to get his shoulder back in again. "It's not quite as bad as we thought and there's a possibility he will be available for next week. It's a bonus for us." here is the link http://www.newsoftheworld.co.uk/scottish/s...t-contract.html

the rst is a lot better than that assembly they are up bain and murrays arses

if we cant beat hearts after they played on monday and thursday this week while we have been rested there is something wrong with the players and the management staff

There have been a lot of stories, a lot of speculation and even worse - downright scare-mongering going on this summer when it comes to Rangers and it's finances. First off, let me state that I know full well we are not exactly in the optimum of financial health, I know that we are at the peak of our borrowing facility and I know that we are still having major issues with cash-flow at the moment. It still doesn't quite justify entirely the stealth cost-cutting and debt reduction exercises being carried out at Ibrox this summer to be honest. We have the same debt as Hearts yet they continue to recruit players, Kilmarnock have around £15m worth of debt but operate with a turnover which is just a fraction of ours. Hamilton were even declared insolvent during a recent court case with former assistant manager John McCormack recently. Which begs the question: What is the motivation behind cost-cutting? Is it to reduce the debt? Definitely. Are there other reasons? Again, definitely....In my opinion at least. David Murray wants out of Ibrox and has done for a number of years now. There have been strong rumours that businessman Douglas Park has been interested in taking over from Murray, and Northern Ireland MP David Burnside has been credited with interest as well. But it is rumoured that when the due-dillgence procedure has taken place at the club - which is has a few times supposedly - The debt levels and income streams simply don't justify the level of expenditure each party would require to make. So a Rangers side with a minimal wage-bill, serviceable even without Champions League football, and zero or reduced debt would surely be much more appealing. I genuinely think there is a strong possibility that the club will change hands within the next 12 months. David Murray's tenure has been very mixed - The last decade in particular has been dominated by a catalogue of off-field disasters - which has subsequently lead to a few of the on-field variety as well. Gambles that never paid off - Not spending cash when we should have - Spending cash when we shouldn't have....I could go on. It's pretty clear to me that whatever side of the fence you're on, fresh-thinking, new ideas and a new approach are required in the board-room at Ibrox. As our current chairman has struggled badly in an era when the club can't afford to spend it's way out of trouble. interseting article here is the link http://www.rangers.vitalfootball.co.uk/article.asp?a=515705

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NEIL McCANN watched free-spending Dick Advocaat run up a massive bill of more than £80MILLION as Rangers recklessly chased their Champions League dream. Stars from across the world queued up to join the Dutchman's revolution and in Advocaat's first summer in charge seven players worth a staggering £26m arrived. McCann, Stephane Guivarch and Stefan Klos then joined in December 1998, taking the manager's spending to £32.4m for the season. Fast forward 11 years and the picture couldn't be more different. Crippled by debt, the SPL champs have been unable to make ONE summer signing. Yet McCann believes Walter Smith's squad IS still good enough to secure back to back titles for the first time since those glory days. The former Ibrox star said: "I was at Rangers almost five seasons and at that time Sir David Murray was backing the managers and giving them lots of money. "At that time they had the money. It's been well documented that the money isn't there any more. "Who am I to sit here and say I can't believe Walter Smith hasn't signed anybody? Look at what he's done in the game. "He obviously feels his squad is strong enough to challenge for the SPL title again. "I don't for a minute believe that there is no money but if they don't get anyone then Walter must believe that his squad is strong enough. "I think Rangers are strong enough to retain the title, though Celtic have worked in the transfer market and strengthened." McCann will launch his broadcasting career with Sky at Tynecastle on Sunday. But the ex-Hearts and Rangers ace insists he's NOT ready to hang up his boots. Advertisement The 35-year-old, who left Falkirk in the summer, will listen to offers as he prepares for his new life as a top TV pundit. McCann smiled: "I'm not announcing my retirement from football, I'm just excited about this opportunity with Sky. "To be given a chance to do this sort of thing, staying involved in football at the highest level, is really exciting for me. "I am still fit, so I haven't ruled out anything. But I'm excited working with Sky." McCann can't wait for Sunday's clash and added: "This is the perfect game for my debut, two teams I've a lot of affection for. "Tynecastle is one of the best grounds I've played at in terms of atmosphere because everyone is so close to the pitch. It generates so much noise." # http://www.thescottishsun.co.uk/scotsol/ho...fs-so-poor.html

i was listening to clyde tonight and he said that rangers would sell boyd for 750 k or a 1 million because the bank is running the club what a fucking prick when his team get knocked out against arsenal we will have the extra 2.6 million girfuy guidi u cunt

Murray Park’s classy kids will be alright as long as we have Walter in charge Smith runs an eye over young stars at Murray Park with the help of Jimmy Sinclair Smith runs an eye over young stars at Murray Park with the help of Jimmy Sinclair John Fleck is tipped for great things John Fleck is tipped for great things Teenage defender Danny Wilson has caught the eye of Walt but the gaffer is known to value experience in the centre-back position Teenage defender Danny Wilson has caught the eye of Walt but the gaffer is known to value experience in the centre-back position Exclusive by Matthew Lindsay RANGERS youth supremo Jimmy Sinclair today backed Walter Smith's refusal to rush Murray Park's kids into first-team action. Smith has already confirmed he will resist the temptation to play talented 17-year-old centre-half Danny Wilson too much this season. That is even though the Gers boss has revealed he will not field veteran defender Davie Weir three times a week in the new campaign. Kirk Broadfoot, Lee McCulloch and Sasa Papac, as well as Little, will all be asked to stand in for the 39-year-old captain in the months ahead. advertisement And Sinclair, who oversees the development of the stars of tomorrow at the Ibrox club's multi-million pound training complex in Milngavie, reckons the gaffer's approach is spot on. "Danny certainly has lots of potential," he said. "He is training with the first team just now on a daily basis along with a few of his contemporaries, Jamie Ness and Andy Little. "But, as the manager has already stated publicly, he believes that a centre-back in particular needs to have a certain amount of maturity." He added: "I know he rates Danny very, very highly, but there is an element of patience required with him. Experience is paramount in his position. "A youngster who is player playing further up the pitch can make an error and it is not a catastrophe. In defence, though, an error can cost a goal. That is a lot to take for a young boy." Sinclair also feels Smith, and his backroom team of Ally McCoist, Kenny McDowall and Ian Durrant, have taken the correct approach with John Fleck. Fleck, still just 17, burst into the Rangers first team in a blaze of publicity last season and was tipped for great things after some fine individual performances. However, since then, he has struggled to hold down a regular first team place and he was dropped from the squad altogether after swearing at McCoist in a bust-up during pre-season. But Fleck came back into the first team in the Scottish champions' opening league game against Falkirk last weekend and did well in a 4-1 triumph. Sinclair reckons the prodigiously skilful youngster's return to form has a lot to do with the strict stance Smith has taken with him. He explained: "John is on a steep learning curve just now. He has been, and continues to be, a talented footballer at his age group level. "But to get into the Rangers first team, and then to try and stay there, is the biggest challenge that he has had to face so far in his career. Again, patience is required to ensure the introduction is done properly. There is nobody better than Walter to oversee that. John is in good hands. "I think John is comfortable playing anywhere. He is the type of boy who is happy to do that. But I think if you asked him specifically where he would prefer to play, he would like a central role. "For a 17-year-old, that is a big ask. As often happens with younger players, they are introduced into a wider area to get used to first team football. It seems to be working well. "For a young boy getting into the Rangers first team it is important to deal with not getting picked when you think you should be. "The setbacks are as important to his development as the good things which happen to him. Apart from the wee blip he had this summer, John seems to be settling in well." Meanwhile, Sinclair has endorsed the Glasgow club's decision to withdraw from the Reserve League - and predicted locking horns with English sides will improve the quality of games the Ibrox kids take part in. He stated: "We will replace formal fixtures with a type of game that we would require and prefer. "We will be travelling down south to play first-choice teams, as well as hosting them at Murray Park, and will get a better level of competition. "The Reserve League games had to be played regardless of the injury situation of a club. "There are a number of things which did not suit this club and I am sure we will overcome them in the coming season with the flexibility to arrange our own matches." http://www.eveningtimes.co.uk/sport/displa...2526534.0.0.php

we are playing airdrie today and it kicks of at 11 am my team would be g.adam lowing wilson mcculloch s.smith beasley thomson ness shinnie fleck little

will we get the 4 million from spurs then because i have heard that spurs still owe us 4 million

girfuy timmy haha http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mIj1qpKWFtU...feature=related

the 2.5 million great news if we sell boyd for 2 million and mcgregor for 3 million that is 7.5 million surely we can bring a few players in

come on asenal 2-0 yesssssssssssssss

2.5 million or 3 million

DAMARCUS BEASLEY could be heading out of Rangers in a move which could pave the way for a return for ex-Ibrox star Peter Lovenkrands. Beasley is in talks with an unnamed Spanish club and Ibrox gaffer Walter Smith could turn to 29-year-old Lovenkrands as his replacement. (Daily Express)

i still think mcgegor and boyd might go then walter might bring in 2 or 3 a goalkeeper a cb and a striker

i have heard rumours from down here in manchester that walter wants macheda on loan for a season maybe that is to replace boyd ?

dj is saying that we have to loose mcgregor or boyd before we can buy

maybe walter will start with a 4-5-1 against hearts on sunday mcgregor whittaker weir bougherra papac davis thomson mendes mcculloch naismith miller

IT began as a day of celebration, progressed to Rangers taking care of business without much fuss, and ended most probably with a dose of reality for many at Ibrox. For four years they had waited for a flag unfurling, and the stadium was rammed full prior to this SPL opener with Falkirk as homage was paid to last season's efforts and achievements in loosening Celtic's iron grip on the title. ONE BY ONE By Alison McConnell ALLAN McGREGOR Lucky Surprisingly favoured over Neil Alexander. Looked a little slow getting down for Falkirk's leveller but will fancy that luck is on his side after winning back the gloves. STEVEN WHITTAKER Decent Reminded everyone towards the end of last season of the potential he had at Hibs and had a relatively comfortable afternoon as he got forward often. DAVID WEIR Average Not good enough for Scotland but seems to be fine for Rangers. Approaching 40, the defender appears set for another SPL season, although he looked his age when Carl Finnigan nipped in front of him to score for the visitors. MADJID BOUGHERRA Competent Whether or not he is still in a Rangers shirt at the end of the month is a bigger concern that what he does when he is on the park. Comfortable throughout, although one break forward when he went off alone into Falkirk's box suggested he is better suited to life at the back. STEVEN SMITH Average Another who has returned to the fray after disappearing. Has had a torrid time with injuries and although relatively untroubled, Sasa Papac will expect to take over as soon as he is fit. STEVEN NAISMITH Impressive Still looks like a boy but starting to play like a man. Excellent goal and judging by his celebration he is more than relieved to be back at this level after being sidelined for so long through injury. STEVEN DAVIS Excellent Started the game in his favoured central midfield role but his face fell when Kevin Thomson arrived. He was then shunted back out to a wide position and it looks like that is where he will remain when Pedro Mendes and Thomson are fully fit. LEE McCULLOCH Good Had a fantastic afternoon. Scored a fantastic goal which he rammed into the top right-hand corner from 30-yards and was a strong presence for Rangers in the central pastures. It will never last. JOHN FLECK Eye-catching Doubtless still bears the imprint of a size 9 on his backside, but on this evidence it has produced the desired effect. His influence on the game dipped a few times but he had a key role as Rangers re-established their lead in the first-half with a glorious burst of pace and run past four defenders. KRIS BOYD Quiet Seemed more torn-faced than normal as he failed to get himself on the scoresheet. Missed one cracking second-half chance and was subbed almost immediately afterwards. KENNY MILLER Excellent Took his chances and capped an impressive all-round display with two goals. For one of the most profligate strikers in the SPL it remains to be seen whether he can maintain this goalscoring form. KEVIN THOMSON Glad to be back A little bashful as he arrived to rapturous applause from the home support. Edging closer to full fitness and big things are expected of him this term. MANAGER Satisfied Will see that there is room for improvement but enjoyed a comfortable afternoon. Unfortunately for the Gers support, the flag was the only new thing they got to see, as Walter Smith has been forced - through the restraints of severe financial handcuffs - to go again with what he has. It has been a summer dominated by exits and whispers. Nine departures from the squad that won the double, albeit only a couple were first-team contributors, has, for me, left Rangers weaker. OK, most of those who have gone were doing nothing more than picking up wages. But to suggest they are stronger, an argument based on players like Mo Edu and Kyle Lafferty being better a year on, and the return of injured men like Kevin Thomson and Stevie Naismith, is subjective as these people still have to prove themselves. Only time will tell which school of thought is correct. What Rangers should have been doing is building from a position of strength, as Smith has done in every other summer following his previous championship successes through the years to give them the best possible chance of retaining a title they fought so hard to win. But, for anyone who remains in any doubt about exactly where the club is right now, Saturday was the wake-up call. There is no attempt to bluff here. Rangers have no money for new faces, and the group that was on show as they smacked the Bairns 4-1 - plus half a dozen others who sat it out through injury and suspension - is all Smith has in his deck. From one to 11, Rangers have enough quality to hold onto their crown. But should injuries bite, should the rigours of six midweek Champions League matches take its toll, then the squad is very thin on the ground and may be unable to cope with that strain. That is threat No.1. The second danger is that a predator swoops for one of the so-called ring-fenced stars - Madjid Bougherra, Steven Davis and Pedro Mendes - beforethe transfer window slams shut two weeks tonight. There continues to be strong conjecture that the club's bankers are not yet satisfied with the level of squad-trimming. If that is indeed true, then there is not much left available in terms of the fringe before the real quality Smith has retained in his squad becomes all that remains, all that is left for picking. The manager, who has been quite honest and forthright in his descriptions of the current situation, also shot down any hopes that an additional £2.8million windfall in European TV revenue that would come Rangers way should Celtic fail to get past Arsenal would somehow find its way to him. "I don't think that would be enough to change things," Smith said. "Though it would be welcome money. "It doesn't look as though there will be any movement in terms of players coming in." And, referring to how low in numbers he could be, Smith added: "And that means a run of injuries would worry us a bit. "We have got a good squad. The players who have gone, bar one or two, were not lads who were really contributing on a regular basis last season. "Providing we are not hit too hard with injuries as I say, then there is no reason why we can't have a good season again. "That is the challenge we have to meet. Celtic have proved they can defend titles, and we need to meet that expectation and try to do the same." To that end, and basically it is the only thing Smith can control, he has to try and win football matches. There seems an acceptance about the manager that what will be, will be. Come the closure of the window he will know exactly where he stands, what he has to deal with, and then Rangers can settle down and get on with the first half of their season that is so crucial. They have two matches to negotiate before an early season international break shuts things down for a fortnight, Hearts away this Sunday and then Hamilton Accies at home on August 29. Smith will have targeted nine points in his own mind, which would give him the fortnight to get some players back from niggling knocks, and hone the match edge of others such as Thomson and Naismith who are going to be very important figures. He watched his men bank the first three on Saturday, and there were certainly some positive signs in the way Rangers knocked the ball around at times against Eddie May's side, even if things did become a bit patchy after the break. They scored four goals, and could have doubled that figure, with Kenny Miller looking the brightest in terms of the attacking personnel. He scored twice, set Naismith up for the fourth, and was in general extremely sharp. "I thought Kenny was excellent, he was unlucky not to get his hat-trick but his goals came at the right time for us," Smith said. The retention of Miller, and a few others, is going to be absolutely crucial for a manager who must smile when he recalls summers when he scattered cash around like confetti... NEED TO KNOW By Alison McConnell Was it a good game? The first half wasn't bad as Falkirk tried to compete, but when Rangers scored a third it was all over. The scoreline flatters Rangers a little since Falkirk made a decent game of it for about an hour, but ultimately the Ibrox side overpowered them. What were the goals like? Lee McCulloch's was the pick of the bunch. The much criticised midfielder dispossessed Burton O'Brien and then unleashed a venomous 30-yard drive into the top corner. What about the ref? Mike Tumilty booked for players - Lee McCulloch, Kenny Miller and Steven Whittaker of Rangers and Jackie McNamara of Falkirk. Who was Rangers' best player? Steven Davis, John Fleck and Kenny Miller all caught the eye but Miller took the official award because of his two goals and that was probably about right. Falkirk's top man? Jackie McNamara was excellent at times. Who's up next? Rangers play Hearts at Tynecastle next Sunday at 12.45pm. http://www.eveningtimes.co.uk/sport/displa...2525929.0.0.php