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Nearly four and a half months following the previous coach's first press conference as the club's head coach, successor Danny Rohl faced the media at Ibrox for the initial occasion.

The magnitude of the task facing him is well known, considering Martin's chaotic and unsuccessful 123-day tenure.

The former Wednesday boss was joined by club chairman the chairman, along with the frequently questioned pair of football director Thelwell and CEO Stewart.

However, what precisely did we learn from the 36-year-old German's maiden media outing as the club's manager?

Rohl's Main Priority - Winning is Everything

A single message came through clearly from Rohl's initial presentation in front of the Scottish media - he understands the necessity to secure victories, and do so quickly.

The previous manager Martin managed just 17 matches and four months as manager, so the question arose about what timeframe the new man believes is reasonable to transform the struggling team.

Although deftly avoiding a direct answer that might create later expectations, the coach's communication was quite clear.

"With hope as soon as possible," he stated. "That is essential.

"In this business you have limited time. You can discuss long-term vision but it's understood it concerns immediate results and that period involves winning games. That is my requirement.

"One thing is also obvious - I require every squad member to comprehend how we want to perform. I come back to my main message: it's winning, entertaining football and it's together. If you follow this order, I'm convinced that I'll stay very long at the club."

Expectations are Normal

The previous manager needed security protection to exit the stadium after his final game in charge.

We've witnessed how hostile situations can become at football clubs when performances decline. Demonstrations have nearly become a regular aspect of game day atmosphere on each part of Glasgow currently.

As Rangers' youngest manager in history, the question asked about which attributes the coach thinks he has that would allow him to cope, never mind thrive, in among the most pressurized roles in British football?

"In my opinion pressure in this business are standard," he stated. "One needs to understand that very quickly.

"I think certain individuals could reference my youth but I'm 16 years on this path. I experienced an excellent opportunity to be at the German club and serve as only an assistant manager, but I experienced the reality to be a head coach and the pressure you face.

"You begin winning games and then some critics claim you need to play attractive soccer. That's the next stage but precisely my intention. I relish those expectations and I look forward for the future."

Thelwell Defends Striker Acquisition & Appointing His Son

The media pack had numerous questions from journalists directed at Thelwell.

Significant attention has concerned the hiring of Robbie Thelwell as head of recruitment, with supporters unconvinced about his qualifications for the role.

However, he justified and explained the decision to recruit Thelwell Jnr to the club.

"It's always awkward to hear and in appearance I believe everyone understood when we took this step to hire him that he'd be viewed in a particular way," Thelwell stated.

"The truth of the situation is that we want to bring the very best talent here.

"My view on his professional path and background is he required no my assistance in football.

"He's worked at Villa as a senior scout, after which he joined Norwich as head of scouting and then was elevated to player pathways manager.

"Before we hiring him, two top division clubs wanted to acquire him. Our approach from the start of proceedings was discuss with the CEO, the chairman and vice-chairman Paraag Marathe about this matter.

"I remained highly transparent and I believe he likely experienced a more rigorous procedure than any other who's employed by the team.

"I'm certain is that he'll labor 25/8 to be successful for Rangers and I anticipate to him proving that he'll become a valuable staff member for Rangers."

Additionally, Thelwell supported the signing of striker Chermiti, who joined the club for a reported first payment of £8m, after failing to find the net in 24 games for Everton.

The sporting director who brought the Portuguese youth international to Merseyside from Sporting - again for significant money in a fifteen million pound deal.

He was asked if he stands by his multi-million pound purchase, who hasn't yet register in seven matches for Rangers.

"Yes, completely," Thelwell responded. "I think the striker represents who's got great ability.

"I've never doubted him in any way. Similarly, I believe the manager will help to maximize the potential out of the player.

"It's very initial stages for the young player, he remains young talent and naturally with inexperienced players they sometimes take time.

"However, I'm convinced throughout of his time at the club he's going to prove that he is highly capable player."

Stewart Understands Supporters' Disappointment and Hurt

Stewart was also in the media scrutiny, given the criticism that has been directed at him by some club fans.

There was even a banner in the stadium during the last tie with United inviting Stewart - and Thelwell - to depart before they were packed for him.

Like his sporting director, the CEO did not evade the issue.

"I totally appreciate the frustration and anger that fans are feeling because results this season haven't been good enough and nobody's satisfied with them," he said.

"The hurt and frustration fans experience is mirrored within the leadership.

"Recognize that there has to be a channel for that dissatisfaction and in my role, that's me.

"I serve as lightning rod for such issues and my responsibility as a