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Rangers confirm John Bennett exit as John Gilligan steps in

By September 14, 2024No Comments

Rangers have confirmed that chairman John Bennett has stepped down as chairman after just over a year in the role.

Bennett has opted to stand down “for health reasons” after what has been a turbulent start to the season for the Ibrox club on and off the pitch.

Former director John Gilligan will step in as a temporary replacement in the role until a new permanent boss is found.

“The board of Rangers Football Club today announces chairman, John Bennett, is stepping down with immediate effect for health reasons,” read a lunchtime statement from the club.

“The board wants to sincerely thank John for his service and significant commitment over the last nine years and wishes him a full and speedy recovery. It is requested his and his family’s privacy is respected at this time.
“The board thanks John for stepping in at short notice and believes his experience in senior business roles throughout a long and successful career, and also, as a former director of Rangers, will be invaluable at this time.

“The board is undertaking a robust process with the help of professional advisors to fill the roles of CEO and chairperson. In the meantime, the club’s executive management team will continue to lead the club on a day-to-day basis.”

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