Danny Rohl has finally opened up about his decision to leave Rangers for Red Bull Salzburg — and his comments are already generating plenty of discussion among supporters.
After weeks of speculation, the German coach addressed the move during his official unveiling in Austria and explained what ultimately convinced him to walk away from Ibrox.
Rohl admitted the challenge at Rangers was a demanding one.
“Yes, I think the task in Glasgow was also difficult,” he said.
The 37-year-old arrived at Ibrox with the club struggling and initially transformed their fortunes. Rangers climbed back into contention and looked capable of mounting a serious challenge before a disastrous end to the season saw their hopes unravel.
Four consecutive defeats after the split proved costly, leaving Rangers well short of their objectives.
But Rohl insists his departure was not about escaping pressure.
Instead, he believes Salzburg offered the perfect opportunity to continue developing his football philosophy.
“I stand for brave decisions. I stand for brave football. That’s why Red Bull Salzburg is just the right fit for me,” he explained.
The German also highlighted the club’s style of play as a major factor behind his decision.
“Salzburg stands for courageous, intense and attacking football – a style of football I strongly identify with and which also aligns with my own vision of the game.”
There was also a personal connection behind the move.
Rohl spent years working within the Red Bull football structure earlier in his coaching career, beginning at RB Leipzig and building strong links within the organisation.
“Red Bull stands for a good organisation, for a clear identity,” he said.
“And above all, Red Bull Salzburg stands for a lot of quality with a very high demand for a title.”
Salzburg sporting director Marcus Mann revealed discussions moved quickly, with the deal reportedly completed within a week. Rangers are understood to have received compensation for the manager’s departure.
Rohl leaves Ibrox having overseen 40 matches, recording 22 victories, seven draws and 11 defeats.
His spell at Rangers may have been brief, but his decision to leave has now been explained in his own words.
The bottom line.
A difficult job. A familiar football philosophy. A return to the Red Bull system.
Danny Rohl has finally revealed why he chose to leave Rangers for Salzburg — and it wasn’t simply about walking away from pressure.
