Philippe Clement Rangers interrogation revealed as Ibrox chief admits to previous ‘short-sighted’ appointments.

Alastair Johnston, the former chairman of the Rangers and non-executive board, has disclosed the intense interview process Philippe Clement underwent to secure the role at Ibrox. However, he notes that the Belgian’s “interrogation” has paid off, as the player is off to a brilliant start in his new role.

American businessman Johnston, who took over as chairman from David Murray in 2009 and stepped down following the takeover by Craig Whyte, has been astounded by Clement’s efforts since the former manager of Genk, Club Brugge, and Monaco won the Viennaplay Cup, guaranteed the team’s spot in the Europa League semifinals, and reduced the gap to five points, with a match remaining, on league leaders Celtic. Clement was only appointed in October.

Johnston also stated, “It was probably the most thorough process I’ve ever encountered,” prior to Philippe joining the club and us signing him off. He made these remarks to the Press Association news agency. While it is undeniable that there have been a few inexperienced decisions in the past, everyone got the opportunity to engage at the board level this time.

“It’s my method of doing things from my perspective. I don’t conduct interviews. I question them. That can be a rather direct feeling at times. It was a very open, honest, and healthy two-way discussion. He connected his aspirations and expectations with the Rangers, and we discovered that he carefully considers the expectations and constraints for the Rangers, which was a significant accomplishment.

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