Derek McInnes is enduring a challenging start as Rangers manager, with the team failing to record a victory in their opening three matches. Over a nine-day stretch, the squad has conceded five goals, struggling to establish cohesion during the early stages of the season.
Defensive instability has been a recurring theme, with McInnes utilizing three different back-four configurations in as many games. Recent lapses, including a penalty conceded by new arrival Vanja Dragojevic during a 2-1 defeat to Hibernian, have highlighted significant issues that the coaching staff must address before their upcoming Europa League qualifier against Jagiellonia Bialystok.
Critics, including former players Scott Allan and Ryan Jack, have expressed concern regarding the team’s lack of consistency and McInnes’s apparent uncertainty regarding his preferred starting lineup. While the manager acknowledged the frustration of the Hibernian loss, he noted that the team’s late-game response showed promise.
The club remains active in the transfer market, though injuries to key personnel like Youssef Chermiti and ongoing recruitment efforts add complexity to the situation. Despite the early setbacks and the high demands of the club, McInnes continues to seek reinforcements to stabilize the squad and improve results.
