Derek McInnes officially took charge at Rangers on Friday, declaring he 'belongs' at Ibrox after being named manager. The 54-year-old replaces Danny Röhl, who departed for RB Salzburg, and immediately set his sights on ending the club's long wait for silverware.

McInnes knows the weight of expectation after guiding Hearts to within minutes of the Premiership title last season. His connection to Rangers runs deep - he played for the club between 1995-2000 and supported them as a boy. The opportunity arrived unexpectedly during his holiday, catching him by surprise.

Rangers fans have endured a difficult period, celebrating just one league crown in the past 15 years. McInnes acknowledged this drought and promised to deliver a team meeting the demands of the support. He feels ready for the challenge and believes the timing is right for his dream appointment.

McInnes faces an immediate touchline ban for criticising officials during his Hearts tenure, meaning he'll watch from the stands for Rangers' opening fixtures. Despite this setback, his track record and emotional ties to the club give supporters genuine hope for a swift return to prominence.