Patrick Stewart named new Rangers CEO
Last updated 25th Nov 2024
Rangers have confirmed Patrick Stewart as their new chief executive officer.
The Scottish lawyer steps in to fill the void left by James Bisgrove who departed for Saudi Arabia in June.
He will officially start the role on December 16 - one day after Rangers take on Celtic in the Premier Sports Cup final at Hampden.
Stewart was most recently at Manchester United where he spent almost two decades at Old Trafford.
He was chief legal officer and general counsel for most of his stay at the English giants.
Earlier this year he was also appointed as the interim CEO of Manchester United after Richard Arnold stepped down.
Stewart worked in that role until the summer when his time at the club came to an end.
On the appointment, current interim chairman John Gilligan said: “On behalf of the board, I’m delighted to welcome Patrick to the club as CEO.
“Patrick comes with an excellent reputation and background, bringing extensive experience of operating at senior levels during his 20-plus years in football.
“The board continues in discussions with several excellent candidates for the role of Chairperson and expect to make an announcement of an appointment in the coming weeks.”
Malcolm Offord is expected to be announced as the club's new chairman.
The 60-year old is currently a member of the House of Lords and has an experienced background in politics and business.
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