The only Rangers question in town splits the Jury as word on the street plays key role in Celtic transfer call
The Jury debate the big talking points in Scottish sport and beyond this week
Barry Ferguson guided Rangers to a decisive victory over Fenerbahce on Thursday; will he get another chance to stay this week?
KEITH JACKSON You would think so, for sure. Aware of Mourinho’s position in the European game, the American owners-in-waiting are keeping a tight eye on things. Ferguson has every right to participate in the discussion if he can lift him off his feet.
ANDY NEWPORT Perhaps not for the top position since I believe the new owners would be looking for someone with elite experience, but defeating Mourinho again would undoubtedly make it more likely that he would be retained as a coach for the upcoming season.
FRASER WILSON: If Ferguson can have a great season finale, he has a decent chance of becoming a senior member of that management team. However, Rangers will be searching for a more seasoned manager to take over permanently in the summer. In Istanbul, he did himself no harm.
Is Lennon Miller of Motherwell talented enough to join Brendan Rodgers’ squad right away next season? Celtic is scouting him.
KEITH: Reo Hatate is rumored to be planning to follow Kyogo Furuhashi by leaving in the summer. This provides Miller with the ideal route into Brendan Rodgers’ starting lineup and creates a significant void in Celtic’s midfield options. It’s very logical.ANDY: This year, hate has fluctuated. Recently, Celtic has demonstrated a respectable ability to let go of players at the best time. Miller is definitely the genuine deal, and this summer might be the time to replace the Japanese ace.
FRASER: Miller would likely see little playing time this season, similar to Luke McCowan, if Hatate, Engels, and Bernardo are still present along with Callum McGregor. He is definitely talented enough for Celtic, in my opinion. However, he would need to wait to establish himself as a regular.
Is First Minister John Swinney correct in ruling out a return to bevvy sales at Scottish football stadiums?
KEITH Unfortunately, football supporters in this nation are now under a cloud due to the current movement towards “ultra culture.” It appears that they are determined to demonstrate their untrustworthiness. They cannot expect to be treated like adults if they are incapable of acting like such.
Andy: I think it’s incorrect. Anyone can see the absurdity of the government’s position by observing the gamblers at Murrayfield downing pints while those at Hampden are prohibited. It is possible to classify fixtures and restrict alcohol consumption to matches that pose little risk.
FRASER: He’s correct. In recent seasons, the conduct of a number of clubs’ supporters has drastically declined, albeit they are a tiny minority. Outside of the top tier, there has been violence, pyrotechnics inside stadiums, and missiles fired at players and officials. Alcohol on the property wouldn’t be helpful.
At Murrayfield on Saturday, Scotland defeated a late Welsh comeback, but what are their chances of winning in Paris against France?
KEITH In Paris, expect huge things from them because they always appear to have a better chance when the pressure is off and the game doesn’t matter.Andy: Slender. With just one victory in the previous 26 years, Scotland has a dismal record in Paris. Les Bleus demonstrated their strength by destroying the Irish in Dublin. The hosts may have a hard evening as they try to finish the tournament.
FRASER: Not at all. Even though they defeated Wales, Scotland appeared a little fragile in the closing minutes. France is aiming for the title and will be too powerful for Scotland.
