Hugh Keevins raises ‘foreign managers’ point after what Philippe Clement said.

Hugh Keevins commended Rangers manager Philippe Clement for how he handled concerns about referee Willie Collum.

Collum has been chosen to officiate the Gers’ Scottish Cup fifth-round match against Ayr United at Ibrox on Saturday (10 February).

Rangers requested that the Scottish FA not involve the official in their matches after the December Celtic encounter.

Speaking at his news conference on Friday (9 February), Clement stated that he is “happy” with the appointment since it allows everyone to move forward.

In response to the statements, Daily Record journalist Keevins stated on the Clyde 1 Superscoreboard [9 February, 1hr, 20m

24s]: “We need foreign managers here, because they’re not inflicted by the rest of Scotland and what goes on there in terms of referees.”

“Clement represents a foreigner’s point of view – he’s not inflicted.”

“It demonstrates Philippe Clement’s rapid rise to power. He basically stated, ‘the next time you think about doing something like that, speak to me first’.”

Willie Collum back on Rangers duty at Ibrox

Clement continues to impress in all areas. Not only has he shown to be an excellent manager in terms of tactics and brave decisions, but he is also a good public speaker off the field.

The Belgian might have made a big deal out of the scenario, but instead he shot it down in an instant, and now it’s kind of a non-story.

Despite the recent turmoil surrounding the Old Firm loss to Celtic, Collum was unable to avoid attending our games.

Even if many people disagree with the choice, this cup tie with Ayr is a decent way to put an end to the drama.

Clement, incidentally, spoke calmly and precisely about his decision to uphold Dujon Sterling’s red card, noting that it is never easy as a referee.

Fingers crossed that this cup match ends with no major talking points and Rangers advance to the next round.

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