Craig Moore, a former colleague of Kevin Muscat, recently shared some interesting insights into Muscat’s near misses with Rangers. According to Moore, Muscat was disappointed when the managerial position at Rangers was given to Philippe Clement instead of him. This was the second time Muscat had come close to landing the job at Rangers, with the first being when Steven Gerrard left the club. Despite the ongoing rumors linking Muscat to the position for a third time, Clement still holds the role.
Currently, Muscat is managing at Shanghai Port in China, where he has experienced success by winning both the title and FA Cup. His team’s recent victory over South Korean side Ulsan in the Asian Champions League further highlights his coaching prowess.
When asked if Muscat could potentially take the Rangers job if it became available again, Moore expressed skepticism. He believes that the current focus and success Muscat is experiencing in Asia make it unlikely for him to make a move to Rangers. Moore also mentioned that Derek McInnes might be a more viable domestic option for Rangers if they decide to make a change.
Despite Muscat’s disappointment in not securing the Rangers job in the past, there have been no recent discussions or ongoing conversations regarding the position. Muscat believed he could make a positive impact at Rangers and close the gap with other teams, but the opportunity was not given to him. Instead, Philippe Clement was chosen over Muscat for the role.
Overall, the future of the Rangers managerial position remains uncertain, with Muscat’s name still circulating in discussions. However, his current success in China and lack of recent contact with Rangers suggest that a potential move to the Scottish club may not be imminent. As the season progresses, it will be interesting to see how the situation unfolds and whether Muscat will eventually find himself at Ibrox.
