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Patrick Stewart confirmed as new Rangers CEO as ex Man United supremo's start date revealed
Rangers have confirmed the appointment of Patrick Stewart as their new chief executive.
The former Manchester United interim CEO will take over the reins on December 16, bringing an end to the six month search to replace James Bisgrove. Aberdeen-born Stewart arrives with vast boardroom experience, having spent 18 years at Old Trafford.
Interim Ibrox chairman John Gilligan said: "On behalf of the board, I’m delighted to welcome Patrick to the club as CEO. Patrick comes with an excellent reputation and background, bringing extensive experience of operating at senior levels during his 20-plus years in football. The board continues in discussions with several excellent candidates for the role of Chairperson and expect to make an announcement of an appointment in the coming weeks."
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The University of Glasgow graduate initially worked as a lawyer in Scotland before joining TEAM Marketing, the agency responsible for UEFA club competitions, in 2001. He then moved to Man United in 2006 as General Counsel and Company Secretary, and had responsibility for all legal and regulatory matters, with his role evolving to include commercial and operational matters.
Stewart joined the Old Trafford board in 2019, with further responsibilities including negotiating player contracts and co-leading on the creation of their professional women’s team. Three years later, he became an Executive Director of United’s New York Stock Exchange-listed parent and his role grew further to include managing the club’s relationships with the FA, the Premier League and UEFA.
In 2023, he assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer and oversaw the completion of a material investment transaction, successfully integrating new shareholders and directors into the club and delivering operational stability during the period of transition.
Stewart has been a member of various working groups within the FA, the Premier League and the European Club Association, and has also presided over a variety of international sports disputes as an arbitrator for the Court of Arbitration for Sport.
It's expected the Greenock businessman and Tory peer Malcolm Offord will soon be appointed as Rangers' chairman, replacing John Bennett who stepped down in from the head of the hierarchy in September due to health reasons.
