Walter Smith night a Rangers reminder of how much Ibrox board are out of touch - Hotline

As Rangers begin their search for a new manager on the back of Michael Beale's sacking, Hotline callers have played their part in that recruitment process.

Graeme Souness, Kevin Muscat, Frank Lampard and... Neil Lennon and Scott Brown have all been given honourable mentions as contenders for the post. Gary Stevenson, Newtonhill, said: "The biggest job in Scottish football is now available and it's exciting times ahead for Rangers, Steven Davis was kept at the club despite age and availability for a reason. Rangers must bring in Souness to play a dual role with Davis to lead the line. For contacts, experience and tactical nous, they will blow opposition away."

Barrie Urquhart, Clydebank, said: "Can I just ask any Rangers fans that are disgruntled at the moment to have a bit of dignity after matches? Waiting outside Ibrox to abuse players and the club captain isn't acceptable. I understand people are unhappy and have paid their money so are entitled to their opinions but after the final whistle get yourselves up the road like the rest of us. They are giving the club and the rest of the respectful fans a bad name. Show a bit of decorum and think about the club's reputation."

John Bruce emailed: "On Saturday, I was at a charity dinner in celebration of Walter Smith. The event was attended by a long line of former Rangers players and true legends, including Souness and Ally McCoist, who had all played for the great man. They were applauded into the hall and paid emotional and heartfelt tributes to Walter's years at the club. Those players all knew, and still know, what it means to play for Rangers. Once again, we appear to be stuck with too many who haven't a clue."

Riobert Pender emailed: "The manager was not only let