Key Takeaways from Danny Rohl's Rangers Press Conference

Exactly 135 days after the previous coach's initial media briefing as the club's head coach, his replacement the German coach met with reporters at Ibrox for the first time.

The scale of the challenge facing him is well known, given Martin's turbulent and disappointing four-month spell.

The former Wednesday boss was accompanied by chairman the chairman, along with the much-criticized pair of football director Thelwell and chief executive Patrick Stewart.

But what precisely was revealed from the young German's first public appearance as Rangers boss?

The Manager's Main Priority - Winning Comes First

A single message emerged clearly from the new coach's initial presentation before the local press - he recognizes the need to win matches, and achieve this rapidly.

The previous manager Martin managed just 17 matches and four months in charge, so the inquiry emerged about how long Rohl thinks is realistic to transform the underperforming team.

While skillfully avoiding a specific response that could bring later expectations, the coach's message was very evident.

"With hope as soon as possible," he stated. "This is crucial.

"In this business you have not much time. One can talk about long-term vision but it's understood it concerns the short-term and the short-term is about winning games. This is my requirement.

"Another aspect is also clear - I require all players to understand our intended to perform. I return to my main message: victory comes first, it's attractive and it's together. By following this sequence, I believe that I will remain very long at the club."

Pressure is Standard

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

We've witnessed how toxic environments can turn at football clubs when performances decline. Protests have nearly become an expected aspect of game day experience on each part of the city these days.

As the club's most youthful ever head coach, the inquiry asked about which attributes the coach thinks he has that would allow him to cope, never mind thrive, in one of the most pressurized roles in UK soccer?

"In my opinion pressure in football are standard," he stated. "You must learn that very quickly.

"I believe some people could reference my youth but I'm 16 years in this career. I experienced an excellent opportunity to be at the German club and be just the assistant coach, but I felt what it means to be a head coach and the pressure you face.

"You begin winning games and then some critics claim you must play attractive football. That's the next stage but precisely what I want. I enjoy that challenge and I look forward for the future."

The Sporting Director Defends Striker Acquisition & Hiring His Son

There were numerous inquiries from journalists directed at Thelwell.

Significant attention has concerned the appointment of Robbie Thelwell as head of recruitment, with fans skeptical about his credentials for the role.

Nevertheless, he justified and clarified the decision to bring his son to the club.

"It's always uncomfortable to hear and in appearance I believe we all agreed when we took this decision to hire him that he would be viewed in a particular way," Thelwell stated.

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

"My perspective on his professional path and background is he didn't need my assistance in soccer.

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

"Prior to our recruited him, two Premier League teams wanted to sign him. What we did right at the beginning of proceedings was discuss with the CEO, the chairman and vice-chairman Marathe about this situation.

"I remained extremely transparent and I think he likely underwent a more rigorous procedure than any other employee by the team.

"What I do know is that he'll labor constantly to be successful for this football club and I'm looking forward seeing him demonstrating that he's going to be an excellent employee for the club."

Thelwell also supported the acquisition of striker Youssef Chermiti, who joined the club for an alleged initial fee of £8m, after failing to score in 24 appearances for Everton.

It was Thelwell who transferred the Portuguese young international to Merseyside from Sporting - again for large funds in a £15m deal.

He was asked if he stands by his multi-million pound signing, who is yet to register in seven matches for Rangers.

"Yes, completely," Thelwell answered. "I believe the striker is a player who's got huge potential.

"I've never doubted him whatsoever. Similarly, I believe the manager will assist in maximize the potential out of the player.

"It's very initial stages for the young player, he remains promising prospect and naturally with inexperienced players they occasionally take time.

"But I'm certain throughout of his time at the club he'll demonstrate that he is very, very good player."

The CEO Acknowledges Fan Disappointment and Anger

Stewart was also facing firing line, given the criticism that has been aimed his way by certain club fans.

Additionally, there was a banner in the Sandy Jardine stand during the last draw with Dundee United suggesting him - and the sporting director - to pack his bags before being removed for him.

Similar to the sporting director, the CEO did not evade the topic.

"I totally understand the disappointment and hurt that the supporters are feeling because performances recently haven't been good enough and nobody's happy with them," he said.

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

"Recognize that there must exist an outlet for that dissatisfaction and in my role, that's me.

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