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Nearly four and a half months following Russell Martin's first press conference as the club's manager, successor the German coach faced the media at Rangers' stadium for the first time.

The magnitude of the task ahead of him is widely recognized, given Martin's chaotic and disappointing four-month spell.

The former Wednesday manager was accompanied by chairman the chairman, along with the frequently questioned pair of football director Kevin Thelwell and chief executive Patrick Stewart.

However, what precisely was revealed from the 36-year-old German's first public appearance as Rangers boss?

The Manager's Main Priority - Victory Comes First

A single message came through clearly from Rohl's first appearance in front of the local press - he understands the necessity to secure victories, and do so rapidly.

The previous manager Martin managed just 17 games and 123 days in charge, so the inquiry emerged about what timeframe Rohl thinks is realistic to transform the underperforming team.

While skillfully sidestepping a direct answer that might create later expectations, the coach's message was quite clear.

"With hope very quickly," he stated. "That is essential.

"In this business you have limited opportunity. You can discuss future plans but we know it concerns immediate results and the short-term is about securing victories. This is what I demand.

"One thing remains obvious - I need every squad member to understand our intended to perform. I come back to my main message: it's winning, entertaining football and it's together. If you follow this sequence, I believe that I will remain very long at the club."

Expectations are Normal

The previous manager needed security protection to exit the Falkirk Stadium after his final match as manager.

We've seen how hostile environments can turn at football clubs when performances decline. Protests have almost become an expected aspect of game day atmosphere on each part of Glasgow currently.

As the club's most youthful manager in history, the inquiry asked about what qualities the coach thinks he possesses that would enable him to handle, let alone thrive, in among the highest-pressure positions in UK soccer?

"In my opinion expectations in football is normal," he commented. "You must learn that very quickly.

"I think certain individuals could reference my age but I'm a decade and a half on this path. I experienced a great chance to work with Bayern Munich and be only an assistant manager, but I experienced what it means to manage a team and the pressure involved.

"When you start winning games and then certain people claim you need to play attractive football. That's the next stage but that's exactly what I want. I enjoy that challenge and I look forward for the future."

The Sporting Director Explains Chermiti Signing & Appointing Family Member

The media pack had plenty of questions from the media directed at Thelwell.

Much discussion has concerned the appointment of Robbie Thelwell as head of recruitment, with supporters skeptical about his credentials for the role.

However, he defended and clarified the decision to bring Thelwell Jnr to the club.

"It remains uncomfortable to listen and optically I think we all agreed when we made this step to hire him that he'd be seen negatively," Thelwell said.

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

"My perspective on his professional path and background is he required no family help in soccer.

"He served at Aston Villa as a senior scout, he then joined Norwich City as head of scouting and then was elevated to player pathways manager.

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

"I was highly open and I think he likely experienced a more rigorous procedure than any other employee by the team.

"I'm certain is that he will work 25/8 to achieve success for Rangers and I anticipate seeing him proving that he's going to be a valuable employee for Rangers."

Thelwell also supported the acquisition of striker Youssef Chermiti, who arrived at Rangers for an alleged first payment of eight million pounds, after failing to find the net in 24 games for his previous club.

The sporting director who transferred the Portugal youth international to Liverpool from Sporting - again for large funds in a £15m transfer.

The question came if he stands by his multi-million pound signing, who is yet to score in seven outings for Rangers.

"Absolutely, completely," Thelwell responded. "I believe Youssef Chermiti is a player who's got huge potential.

"I haven't doubted him whatsoever. Similarly, I believe the manager will assist in get the best out of the player.

"It's very initial stages for him, he's a promising prospect and of course with young talents they sometimes take time.

"But I'm certain throughout of his career at the club he's going to prove that he is very, very good footballer."

Stewart Acknowledges Fan Frustration and Hurt

The chief executive was facing scrutiny, considering the criticism that has been aimed at him by certain of the club's fans.

Additionally, there was a sign in the stadium during the last tie with Dundee United inviting Stewart - and the sporting director - to depart before they were packed for them.

Similar to the football director, the CEO did not avoid the topic.

"I completely understand the frustration and anger that fans are experiencing because performances this season haven't been good enough and no one is satisfied with those," he stated.

"The pain and disappointment they feel is matched inside the leadership.

"Also understand that there has to be an outlet for those frustrations and in my role, I'm responsible.

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