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Nearly four and a half months after the previous coach's first press conference as Rangers manager, successor Danny Rohl met with the media at Ibrox for the initial occasion.

The scale of the task ahead of him is widely recognized, considering Martin's chaotic and unsuccessful 123-day spell.

The former Wednesday manager was accompanied by chairman the chairman, along with the much-criticized pair of sporting director Kevin Thelwell and chief executive Stewart.

However, what precisely was revealed from the young German's maiden media outing as Rangers boss?

Rohl's Main Priority - Winning is Everything

One thing came through loud and clear from the new coach's initial presentation before the Scottish media - he recognizes the necessity to win matches, and achieve this rapidly.

The previous manager Russell Martin managed just 17 matches and 123 days in charge, so the inquiry emerged about how long Rohl thinks is reasonable to transform the underperforming team.

While skillfully avoiding a direct answer that might create later expectations, Rohl's communication was quite clear.

"With hope as soon as possible," he said. "That is essential.

"In football you have not much opportunity. One can talk about long-term vision but it's understood it concerns the short-term and the short-term is about winning games. This is my requirement.

"One thing is also clear - I require every squad member to understand our intended to perform. I return to my main message: victory comes first, it's attractive and unity. By following this order, I believe that I will remain for years here."

Pressure is Normal

Martin required a police escort to leave the stadium after his final match as manager.

We've witnessed how toxic situations can turn at football clubs when results decline. Protests have almost become a regular aspect of the matchday atmosphere on both sides of Glasgow these days.

As the club's most youthful manager in history, the question asked about which attributes the coach thinks he has that would allow him to cope, never mind thrive, in one of the most pressurized roles in UK soccer?

"In my opinion pressure in football are standard," he stated. "One needs to understand that very quickly.

"I believe some people might mention my age but I have been a decade and a half in this career. I had an excellent chance to be at the German club and serve as only an assistant manager, but I felt what it means to manage a team and the demands you face.

"You begin getting results and then certain people claim you must produce entertaining soccer. That's the next stage but that's exactly my intention. I enjoy that challenge and I'm excited for the future."

The Sporting Director Explains Striker Acquisition & Appointing Family Member

The media pack had plenty of inquiries from journalists for Thelwell.

Much discussion has focused on the appointment of Robbie Thelwell as recruitment chief, with supporters skeptical about his credentials for the role.

Nevertheless, he justified and explained the decision to recruit his son to the club.

"It remains awkward to listen and in appearance I believe we all agreed when we made this decision to appoint Robbie that he'd be seen in a particular way," Thelwell stated.

"The reality of the situation is that we aim to attract the top players to this club.

"My perspective on his professional path and background is he required no family help in soccer.

"He's worked at Villa as head scout, he then joined Norwich City as head of scouting and then got promoted to player pathways manager.

"Before we recruited him, multiple top division teams sought to acquire him. Our approach from the beginning of the process was discuss with the CEO, Andrew and vice-chairman Paraag Marathe about this matter.

"I was highly transparent and I think Robbie probably experienced a more rigorous procedure than any other who's employed by this football club.

"What I do know is that he'll labor constantly to be successful for this football club and I'm looking forward to him demonstrating that he'll become an excellent employee for the club."

Additionally, Thelwell supported the signing of striker Chermiti, who joined Rangers for an alleged initial fee of £8m, having failed to score in 24 games for his previous club.

It was Thelwell who brought the Portugal youth international to Liverpool from Sporting - once more for large funds in a fifteen million pound deal.

The question came if he supports his multi-million pound signing, who is yet to register in seven outings for the club.

"Yes, very much so," Thelwell answered. "I believe Youssef Chermiti represents who's got huge potential.

"I've never questioned him whatsoever. Again, I believe the manager will help to get the best out of the player.

"It's very initial stages for him, he's a promising prospect and naturally with young talents they occasionally require patience.

"But I'm certain over the course of his career here he'll demonstrate that he is very, very good player."

The CEO Acknowledges Fan Frustration and Hurt

Stewart was also facing scrutiny, given the criticism that has been aimed his way by certain of the club's fans.

There was even a banner in the stadium during the recent draw with United suggesting Stewart - and the sporting director - to pack his bags before being removed for them.

Similar to the football director, Stewart didn't avoid the issue.

"I totally understand the disappointment and anger that fans are feeling because performances this season haven't been good enough and nobody's happy with them," he stated.

"The pain and disappointment fans experience is matched within the boardroom.

"Also understand that there must exist a channel for that dissatisfaction and in my role, that's me.

"I serve as lightning rod for such issues and my responsibility as a