Could Rangers Pull Off a Shock Move for Real Madrid’s Carlo Ancelotti? 🤯🔥.

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Rangers’ Rebuild Takes Shape as 49ers’ Gretar Steinsson Set to Influence Manager Search

Rangers have taken key steps in their off-field rebuild, securing a CEO and chairman as they lay the groundwork for future success. Patrick Stewart is eager to bring in a sporting director to work alongside Nils Koppen, easing the workload and adding long-term stability. This new hire will also be crucial in selecting the club’s next manager.

Despite the 49ers Enterprises takeover not yet being finalized, their influence is already being felt. Beyond the financial backing and commercial potential, access to key figures within the San Francisco 49ers hierarchy is proving beneficial—particularly through Gretar Steinsson, their technical director.

Gretar Steinsson’s Role in the Managerial Appointment

Steinsson, who has held similar roles at Fleetwood Town, Tottenham Hotspur, and Everton, is expected to play a pivotal role in appointing the next Rangers boss, according to Chris Jack of The Rangers Review. His direct approach and relentless drive have been widely recognized.

A 2023 article in The Athletic detailed Steinsson’s personality and leadership style, with insights from former Everton sporting director Marcel Brands, who praised his tenacity:

“He’s like a pit bull — if he sees something and wants something, he goes for it.”

An unnamed source from Steinsson’s time at Fleetwood Town recalled his blunt approach:

“He would walk out and say to the groundsman, ‘Why is your pitch s**?’ People would be saying, ‘Gretar, why are you saying that?’ And his reaction would be, ‘But the pitch is s***’.”*

Brands also highlighted his hands-on involvement at Fleetwood:

“Gretar was involved in the whole structure of the club, not just the first team. He was very involved in scouting but also in the first team and under-23s — he was at the games, he was at the youth academy. That’s a good sign because a lot of people only want to be involved with the first team. But he knew everything was important. He’s a guy that you can absolutely trust and rely on, who wants to work day and night.”

Steinsson’s Track Record – Could Ancelotti Be an Option?

At just 41 years old, Steinsson boasts experience with Leeds United, Everton, and Tottenham, and while he won’t be directly involved in appointing Rangers’ sporting director, his expertise will be invaluable in shaping the club’s future.

Though some may have concerns about the mixed fortunes of his previous clubs, Steinsson’s behind-the-scenes impact has often been significant. At Everton, for example, while Rafa Benitez and Frank Lampard struggled, he was involved in one of the club’s most high-profile managerial appointments: Carlo Ancelotti.

Given Ancelotti’s track record and the success he has found since leaving Everton, some may wonder whether Steinsson could work his magic again. If the Real Madrid boss departs in the summer as expected, could Rangers be bold enough to make a move for one of football’s most respected managers?