Philippe Clement in Rangers crisis LIVE as Kevin Muscat and 5 others touted to become next boss

When pundits are calling for you to be sacked on live TV, you know your tea’s out.

Philippe Clement will probably limp on for a while longer but it’s looking increasingly likely the game’s up for him at Rangers.

And little wonder. A 2-1 defeat – his third of the season – to Aberdeen on Wednesday night leaves the Ibrox side a whopping nine points behind not only Celtic but to the Dons as well.

It’s proving too much for Kris Boyd – and for the supporter base in general. Boyd wants the Belgian out now but with a Premier Sports Cup semi-final against Motherwell to come on Sunday, it remains to be seen what interim chairman John Gilligan and his board do.

After all, Clement signed a new contract just in August although Rangers do seem to sack their managers at this time of year every year.

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With Philippe Clement coming under increasing pressure the fans - and the bookies - are already looking to who could be the next boss.

Kevin Muscat has emerged as the early frontrunner - having already been snubbed for the Ibrox hot seat before stepping into the hot seat at Shanghai Port.

The Australian is on the brink of claiming the Chinese Super League title.

Kilmarnock boss Derek McInnes is second favourite having already knocked back the hot seat while in charge at Aberdeen.

Further down, Steven Gerrard has been touted with a sensational return.

Next manager odds (Coral)

5/1 - Kevin Muscat

6/1 Derek McInnes

8/1 - Steven Gerrard

8/1 - Frank Lampard

10/1 - Graham Potter

16/1 - Gareth Southgate

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