Rangers manager Philippe Clement has committed his long-term future to the club by signing a contract extension until 2028. The Belgian coach, who joined the Ibrox club last October, has already enjoyed success, winning the League Cup and finishing as runners-up in both the Premiership and Scottish Cup.
Clement expressed his love for the club, the fans, the stadium, and the city, and spoke of the huge potential he sees for Rangers. He emphasized the need to make the club better and stronger in every department, aligning everyone’s goals towards that objective.
The contract extension comes on the eve of the first weekend of the Premiership season, adding another 12 months to the initial terms Clement agreed upon his arrival at Rangers. Since then, he has been busy rebuilding the squad, with several experienced players leaving in the summer, including Connor Goldson, Ryan Jack, Borna Barisic, John Lundstram, Sam Lammers, and Kemar Roofe.
Rangers chairman John Bennett revealed that he and Clement had a comprehensive discussion in May, where they shared their ambition for the long-term rebuild of the men’s first team. They reached an agreement on the new contract during this meeting, and the board is delighted that the formalities have now been concluded.
With the contract extension secured, Clement and his team can now focus on their Premiership campaign, which kicks off with an away fixture against Hearts on Saturday. The manager’s commitment to the club’s long-term success will undoubtedly provide stability and assurance to the players and fans alike.
Clement’s extension reflects the club’s confidence in his abilities and their desire to continue the progress made under his leadership. As the manager continues to shape the squad and implement his vision for Rangers, the club can look forward to a bright future with renewed ambition and determination.