Rangers civil war is brewing as 'huge battle' predicted inside Ibrox after bombshell exit reveal
John Bennett resignation has led to uncertainty behind the scenes at Rangers
Former Aberdeen chief executive Keith Wyness has predicted that John Bennett’s resignation will lead to chaos behind the scenes at Rangers.
Bennett stepped down from his role with immediate effect due to health reasons, and former director John Gilligan is currently temporarily fulfilling the role while the search for permanent successor commences.
As it stands, Dave King has hinted at his desire to the top job. He enjoyed success between 2015 and 2020 as the club climbed from the Championship back into the Scottish Premiership.
Gers club legend Ally McCoist claimed recently that he felt that this was the logical solution to the club’s problems behind the scenes, but the Rangers hierarchy are reluctant at this time to let King back into the fray due to the manner of his departure four years ago.
Wyness, who served as CEO at Pittodrie between 2000 and 2004, expects that there will be a huge battle for the top job at Ibrox in the coming months.
The 66-year-old, who has also worked in senior positions at Everton and Aston Villa, told Football Insider‘s Insider Track podcast: “I can imagine this job has taken a huge toll on John Bennett’s health. I heard an interview with Dave King, who was previously the chairman, saying he wants to come back.
“He’s the major shareholder with 15%, but it’s going to be a huge battle. I’m afraid it’s going to lead to massive infighting in the boardroom at Rangers. It’s not going to be pleasant.”
On the pitch, Rangers sit third in the Scottish Premiership table, five points behind leaders Celtic as focus turns to the club’s League Cup quarter-final tie against Dundee.
Rangers are the defending cup holders and manager Philippe Clement will be desperate to achieve further silverware to ease speculation surrounding his long-term future.