Rangers have welcomed back one of the greatest goalkeepers in the club’s history after Allan McGregor completed a sensational return to Ibrox.
The former Rangers No.1 is set to begin a new chapter with the club, joining Derek McInnes’ backroom team as goalkeeping coach ahead of the new season.
For Rangers supporters, it’s a familiar face returning to where he made his name.
McGregor Returns to Ibrox
McGregor reportedly arrived at Rangers’ Auchenhowie training complex early on Wednesday morning to finalise his return.
The 44-year-old is expected to replace Sal Bibbo, who recently departed Ibrox to join Frank Lampard’s coaching staff at Coventry City.
His appointment reunites one of Rangers’ most iconic figures with the club he represented for the majority of his playing career.
A Rangers Legend Comes Home
Few players have enjoyed a career at Ibrox quite like McGregor.
Across two spells with Rangers, the goalkeeper made more than 500 appearances and collected 13 major trophies, cementing his status as one of the finest goalkeepers in the club’s history.
He played a crucial role in Steven Gerrard’s Scottish Premiership-winning side that famously prevented Celtic from securing ten consecutive league titles, while also helping Rangers reach both the 2008 and 2022 UEFA Cup finals.
His experience and leadership are expected to prove invaluable in the dressing room.
Why He’s Back Now
McGregor previously enjoyed a brief coaching role at Rangers following his retirement, but his spell ended after changes to the coaching staff.
With Sal Bibbo moving on this summer, Derek McInnes moved quickly to bring the former Scotland international back to the club.
Reports suggest McGregor was eager to return and jumped at the opportunity to help Rangers once again.
McInnes Building His Own Team
The appointment is another step in Derek McInnes’ plans to reshape Rangers both on and off the pitch.
Former Rangers favourites Neil McCann and Billy Dodds are already part of the coaching setup, giving McInnes a backroom staff packed with experience and a deep understanding of the club’s culture.
The strategy reflects Rangers’ desire to blend fresh ideas with figures who understand the expectations that come with representing the club.
Excitement Among Supporters
News of McGregor’s return has been warmly received by Rangers supporters, many of whom regard him as one of the greatest goalkeepers ever to wear the famous blue jersey.
His winning mentality, leadership and connection with the club are seen as major assets as Rangers prepare for another title challenge.
The Bottom Line
Allan McGregor is back at Rangers.
After a legendary playing career, the Ibrox icon returns as part of Derek McInnes’ coaching staff, bringing experience, leadership and a winning mentality to a new era at the club.
