Former Rangers striker Kris Boyd has launched a scathing attack on current manager Philippe Clement, insisting that the club must sack him immediately. Boyd, who has been vocal about his concerns for months, believes that Clement’s leadership has drained the team of energy and left both players and fans disillusioned. According to him, Rangers have hit rock bottom, and the situation cannot be allowed to continue.
Speaking as a pundit, Boyd expressed his frustration, describing Clement as an “energy zapper” whose presence has left the team in a state of apathy. He highlighted the lack of enthusiasm among the players and even the coaching staff, suggesting that there is no longer a sense of pride in representing Rangers. The atmosphere, both on and off the pitch, feels lifeless, and Boyd argues that this stems from weak leadership at the top. He emphasized that a football club of Rangers’ stature cannot afford to operate in such a manner.
Boyd’s comments come in the wake of Rangers’ disappointing defeat to St Mirren, a result that further intensified scrutiny on Clement’s tenure. He believes that the manager’s body language and excuses in post-match interviews reveal a man who has already accepted defeat. Boyd insists that waiting any longer to make a change would be a mistake, as the club is already struggling with a lack of identity and direction on the field. He urged the board to act immediately, even if it means paying Clement off to facilitate his departure.
In his passionate outburst, Boyd also pointed to the alarming decline in performance over recent months. He acknowledged that the players share some responsibility, but he stressed that the absence of a clear playing style or tactical identity is a direct reflection of Clement’s ineffective management. With Rangers’ performances continuing to deteriorate, Boyd is adamant that the only way forward is to appoint an interim manager to salvage what remains of the season.
Concluding his fiery remarks, Boyd painted a bleak picture of the current mood within the squad, describing the dressing room as “flat, dead, and done.” He argued that the club has reached a crisis point and that decisive action is required without delay. With the stands emptying and confidence at an all-time low, Boyd sees no alternative but to part ways with Clement immediately in order to breathe new life into the team.