Rangers FC has announced the appointment of Stig Inge Bjornebye as a football consultant and advisor for an initial term of six months. The former player, known for his stints at Blackburn Rovers, Liverpool, and the Norway national team, will begin his role immediately.
Appointment Details
Bjornebye will report directly to the club’s chairman, Andrew Cavenagh. His extensive background includes experience as a sporting director at Rosenborg, a club where he also had a successful playing career. Additionally, he has held coaching positions at IK Start and served as Norway’s assistant coach.
Ongoing Changes at Rangers
This hiring comes as Rangers seeks to fill the sporting director vacancy left by Kevin Thelwell’s departure. Former chief executive Patrick Stewart also exited the club during this transition period. Currently, Fraser Thornton is acting in an interim capacity.
Current Team Standing
Following their recent success against Hibernian, where they won 1-0, Rangers currently sit third in the Premiership. The club continues to strive for improvement as the season progresses.
- New Consultant: Stig Inge Bjornebye
- Role Duration: Initial six-month term
- Reported To: Chairman Andrew Cavenagh
- Previous Experience:
- Sporting Director at Rosenborg
- Head Coach at IK Start
- Norway Assistant Coach
- Recent Match Result: Rangers beat Hibernian 1-0
- Current League Position: Third in the Premiership
As Stig Inge Bjornebye takes on his new role, Rangers hopes to leverage his experience in football to strengthen the team’s performance and structure.
