There is no doubt that Gio van Bronckhorst is a man under pressure - and some Rangers fans have already started looking beyond the Dutchman during the World Cup break.
A lacklustre draw with St Mirren saw the Glasgow giants limp into the winter shutdown nine points behind rivals Celtic in the Scottish Premiership title race, and the record breaking low point in the Champions League has done little to strengthen Van Bronckhorst's case to remain in the hot seat when the league emerges from cold storage.
Douglas Park and the Rangers board are facing a big call over whether to stick with the boss that took them to the Europa League final last term, or implement a quick-fire succession plan to allow a new boss the chance to implement a mini pre-season schedule during the extended break.
It's a massive call with no option for a misstep with the convincing advantage Ange Postecoglou's side hold at the top already this term.
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