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Nearly 135 days following Russell Martin's initial media briefing as Rangers manager, successor Danny Rohl met with reporters at Rangers' stadium for the first time.

The scale of the challenge facing him is well known, considering his predecessor's chaotic and disappointing 123-day tenure.

The ex- Sheffield Wednesday manager was joined by club chairman the chairman, along with the much-criticized pair of football director Kevin Thelwell and chief executive Stewart.

However, what exactly did we learn from the young German's first public appearance as Rangers boss?

The Manager's Main Priority - Winning Comes First

One thing came through loud and clear from Rohl's first appearance before the local press - he understands the necessity to secure victories, and achieve this quickly.

His predecessor Russell Martin lasted only 17 matches and four months in charge, so the question arose about how long the new man believes is reasonable to turn around the underperforming team.

While skillfully sidestepping a specific response that might create future pressure, Rohl's communication was very evident.

"With hope as soon as possible," he said. "This is essential.

"In football you have limited time. One can talk about long-term vision but it's understood it's about the short-term and that period is about winning games. This is what I demand.

"Another aspect is also obvious - I need all players to understand how we want to perform. I come back to my main message: victory comes first, entertaining football and unity. If you follow this order, I'm convinced that I'll stay very long here."

Expectations are Standard

Martin required a police escort to leave the Falkirk Stadium after his last game in charge.

We've witnessed how hostile environments can become at football clubs when results decline. Demonstrations have almost become a regular part of the matchday atmosphere on both sides of the city currently.

As Rangers' youngest manager in history, the inquiry was posed about which attributes the coach thinks he has that would enable him to cope, never mind excel, in one of the highest-pressure positions in British football?

"In my opinion expectations in football is normal," he commented. "One needs to understand that very quickly.

"I think certain individuals might mention my age but I'm 16 years in this career. I experienced a great chance to be at the German club and serve as just the assistant coach, but I felt the reality to be a head coach and the pressure involved.

"When you start getting results and then some critics will say you must produce entertaining soccer. That becomes the phase but precisely what I want. I relish that challenge and I look forward for what's ahead."

The Sporting Director Explains Chermiti Signing & Hiring Family Member

There were numerous questions from the media directed at Thelwell.

Much discussion has focused on the appointment of his son as recruitment chief, with supporters unconvinced about his qualifications for the position.

However, he justified and explained the decision to bring Thelwell Jnr to Ibrox.

"It's always awkward to hear and optically I think we all agreed when we took this step to appoint him that he'd be seen negatively," Thelwell said.

"The reality of circumstances is that we want to attract the top talent here.

"My view on Robbie's career and background is he didn't need family help in soccer.

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

"Before we recruited him, two Premier League clubs sought to acquire him. Our approach from the beginning of the process was consult with the CEO, the chairman and vice-chairman Marathe about this situation.

"I was extremely open and I believe Robbie probably underwent a more rigorous process than any other who's employed by this football club.

"What I do know is that he'll labor constantly to achieve success for Rangers and I anticipate seeing him demonstrating that he'll become an excellent employee for the club."

Thelwell also defended the signing of forward Chermiti, who joined the club for an alleged first payment of eight million pounds, after failing to score in 24 games for Everton.

It was Thelwell who transferred the Portuguese youth international to Merseyside from Sporting - again for large funds in a fifteen million pound deal.

The question came if he supports his expensive signing, who is yet to score in seven outings for the club.

"Yes, very much so," Thelwell responded. "I think Youssef Chermiti represents who's possesses huge potential.

"I've never questioned him in any way. Again, I think the manager will assist in maximize the potential out of the player.

"It's very initial stages for the young player, he's a young talent and naturally with inexperienced players they sometimes require patience.

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

The CEO Acknowledges Supporters' Frustration and Anger

The chief executive was in the media firing line, given the criticism that has been aimed his way by certain club fans.

There was even a sign in the stadium during the recent draw with Dundee United inviting him - and Thelwell - to pack his bags before being removed for them.

Like his sporting director, Stewart didn't avoid the issue.

"I totally appreciate the frustration and hurt that the supporters are feeling because performances recently haven't been expectations and nobody's satisfied with those," he stated.

"The hurt and frustration fans experience is mirrored inside the boardroom.

"Also understand that there has to be a channel for that dissatisfaction and as chief executive, I'm responsible.

"I serve as focal point for such issues and my responsibility as a