Rangers have agreed a surprise return with legend Allan McGregor, who will become the Ibrox goalkeeping coach.

What happened?

McGregor retired at Rangers in 2023 but had hinted at a future in coaching. He will replace Sal Bibbo on Derek McInnes' coaching staff.

Why it matters for Rangers

The move comes after Rangers signed Ivor Pandur in a £6million deal, with the Croatian goalkeeper set to claim the No.1 jersey. Jack Butland will leave Rangers to join Hull in a £3m deal, having agreed a transfer and paid an emotional farewell to the Ibrox club.

Current context

As of 01 Jul 2026, Rangers are 2nd in Premiership, with 69 pts, 19W-12D-2L from 33 games, and a recent form of WLLLL. Their last result was a 5-2 win against Falkirk on 2026-05-16. | Category | Value | | --- | --- | | League standing | 2nd in Premiership | | Goals this season | 66 scored, 31 conceded | | Title race | 1 point behind leaders Heart Of Midlothian | | Recent form | 2W-0D-3L |

McGregor's arrival is a significant boost to the coaching staff, with his experience and knowledge set to benefit the goalkeepers at Rangers. Derek McInnes has chosen McGregor as the person to lead the goalkeepers at Rangers in the future. McGregor will take up his new role ahead of the 2026/27 season, working with the players to improve their goalkeeping skills.