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Rangers FC's Technical Director Departs Amid Ownership Shift

6/2/2025

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Koppen Exits Rangers

Rangers FC's technical director, Nils Koppen, is leaving his post after the club's takeover by Andrew Cavenagh and the 49ers. His exit, unrelated to his performance, aligns with Kevin Thelwell stepping in as sporting director. The new ownership is determined to rejuvenate the club and bridge the gap with Celtic.

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Cavenagh Takes Control

Rangers FC has officially been taken over by a US consortium led by Andrew Cavenagh, with the San Francisco 49ers now holding a controlling 51% stake. This new era promises to boost both performance and financial health. Meanwhile, Celtic stands firm in their title defense, asserting that Rangers must make substantial improvements to challenge them.

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Koppen Exits Rangers

Rangers FC's technical director, Nils Koppen, is leaving his post after the club's takeover by Andrew Cavenagh and the 49ers. His exit, unrelated to his performance, aligns with Kevin Thelwell stepping in as sporting director. The new ownership is determined to rejuvenate the club and bridge the gap with Celtic.

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