Important Lessons from Danny Rohl's Rangers Media Unveiling

Nearly 135 days following the previous coach's initial media briefing as Rangers manager, his replacement the German coach met with the media at Rangers' stadium for the first time.

The scale of the task ahead of him is well known, considering his predecessor's turbulent and disappointing four-month spell.

The former Wednesday boss was joined by club chairman the chairman, along with the frequently questioned duo of sporting director Kevin Thelwell and chief executive Stewart.

But what precisely was revealed from the young German's first public appearance as Rangers boss?

The Manager's Main Priority - Victory Comes First

One thing emerged loud and clear from the new coach's first appearance before the local press - he understands the necessity to secure victories, and do so quickly.

The previous manager Russell Martin managed just 17 matches and 123 days as manager, so the inquiry arose about what timeframe Rohl thinks is realistic to transform the underperforming squad.

While skillfully sidestepping a direct answer that could bring later expectations, the coach's message was very evident.

"Hopefully as soon as possible," he stated. "This is essential.

"In football you have limited time. One can talk about long-term vision but we know it concerns the short-term and the short-term involves securing victories. That is my requirement.

"One thing remains clear - I require every squad member to understand how we want to play. I come back to my main message: victory comes first, it's attractive and it's together. If you follow this order, I believe that I'll stay very long at the club."

Pressure is Standard

The previous manager needed a police escort to leave the Falkirk Stadium after his last match as manager.

We've witnessed how hostile environments can become at football clubs when performances are poor. Demonstrations have almost become a regular aspect of game day atmosphere on each part of Glasgow currently.

As Rangers' youngest ever head coach, the question asked about what qualities the coach thinks he has that would allow him to handle, never mind thrive, in one of the most pressurized roles in British football?

"In my opinion expectations in football are standard," he stated. "One needs to understand that very quickly.

"I think certain individuals could reference my age but I'm 16 years on this path. I experienced an excellent opportunity to be at Bayern Munich and serve as just the assistant manager, but I experienced the reality to be a head coach and the demands involved.

"You begin getting results and then certain people claim you must produce entertaining soccer. That's the next stage but that's exactly what I want. I enjoy those expectations and I'm excited about what's ahead."

The Sporting Director Defends Chermiti Signing & Hiring His Son

The media pack had numerous questions from the media directed at Thelwell.

Significant attention has focused on the appointment of his son as recruitment chief, with supporters skeptical about his credentials for the position.

However, he justified and explained the decision to recruit Thelwell Jnr to Ibrox.

"It remains awkward to hear and in appearance I believe everyone understood when we made this step to appoint him that he would be viewed negatively," Thelwell stated.

"The reality of the situation is that we want to bring the top talent here.

"My perspective on his professional path and situation is he required no family help in soccer.

"He's worked at Aston Villa as a senior scout, he then moved to Norwich as scouting chief and then got promoted to development role.

"Prior to our recruited him, multiple top division teams wanted to sign him. What we did from the beginning of proceedings was discuss with the CEO, Andrew and deputy chairman Paraag Marathe about this situation.

"I was extremely transparent and I think he likely underwent a stricter process than anybody else employee by the team.

"What I do know is that he'll labor constantly to be successful for this football club and I anticipate to him demonstrating that he'll become an excellent employee for the club."

Thelwell also defended the acquisition of striker Chermiti, who joined Rangers for a reported first payment of eight million pounds, having failed to find the net in 24 appearances for his previous club.

It was Thelwell who transferred the Portuguese youth international to Liverpool from Sporting Lisbon - once more for large funds in a £15m transfer.

He was asked if he stands by his expensive signing, who is yet to register in seven outings for the club.

"Yes, completely," Thelwell answered. "I believe Youssef Chermiti represents who's possesses great ability.

"I haven't doubted him whatsoever. Similarly, I think the manager will help to get the best out of the player.

"These are early days for the young player, he remains young talent and naturally with young talents they occasionally take time.

"But I'm certain over the course of his time at the club he's going to prove that he is highly capable footballer."

Stewart Acknowledges Fan Frustration and Anger

The chief executive was in the media firing line, given the criticism that has been aimed at him by some club fans.

There was even a sign in the Sandy Jardine stand during the last draw with United inviting Stewart - and Thelwell - to depart before being removed for him.

Like his football director, Stewart didn't avoid the issue.

"I completely understand the disappointment and hurt that fans are feeling because performances this season haven't been expectations and no one is satisfied with them," he said.

"The pain and disappointment fans experience is mirrored within the boardroom.

"Recognize that there must exist a channel for that dissatisfaction and in my role, I'm responsible.

"I serve as focal point for those and my responsibility as a