Glasgow Rangers have cut ties with chief executive Patrick Stewart and sporting director Kevin Thelwell, a sharp move that signals another major shift behind the scenes at Ibrox.
Rangers confirmed the decision on Monday, saying the duo were sacked because they did not match the club’s “vision for the next chapter.”
Their departures follow weeks of criticism from fans who had grown restless after a poor start to the season.
The early slump cost Russell Martin his job in October after he managed just one league win from seven matches. Many supporters felt the problems ran deeper than the dugout and pointed fingers at the club’s leadership for failing to steady the team.
Stewart, formerly a senior figure at Manchester United, arrived at Ibrox last December with hopes of guiding the club through a stabilising period. Thelwell’s appointment was announced in April, though he did not officially begin until he wrapped up his duties at Everton at the end of last season. Both men lasted only months before being shown the door.
Since the takeover by the United States-based consortium led by Andrew Cavenagh, Rangers have been reshaping the club’s hierarchy. Director Fraser Thornton has now been asked to serve as interim chief executive while the search begins for permanent replacements.
On the pitch, new manager Danny Rohl has delivered four straight league wins, offering supporters a glimmer of optimism after a tense first few months.
Despite the improved form, Rangers sit nine points behind Scottish Premiership leaders Hearts.
