Former captain Barry Ferguson expresses surprise at being asked to take charge of Rangers until the end of the season following manager Philippe Clement's departure.

Rangers have appointed their former captain Barry Ferguson as interim manager until the end of the season to replace Philippe Clement, the Scottish Premiership side said on Monday. Belgian Clement was sacked on Sunday the day after a 2-0 home Premiership defeat by St Mirren left second-placed Rangers 13 points adrift of rivals Celtic in the standings.

Rangers FC have confirmed that Hall of Fame member and former captain Barry Ferguson will take charge of the men’s first team until the end of the season.Rangers announced the decision following