Qudus SalihuShocking footage has emerged from the Rangers training ground showing a explosive confrontation between head coach Danny Röhl and winger Djeidi Gassama, leaving the Ibrox community in disbelief. The “damning” video, which began circulating on social media late yesterday, depicts the normally composed German manager in a state of visible fury, “squaring up” to the 22-year-old in what witnesses described as a high-intensity tactical drill gone wrong.
The incident is particularly surprising given the history between the pair. Gassama, who previously worked under Röhl at Sheffield Wednesday before his £2.2 million move to Glasgow, has frequently described the manager as a “father figure.” However, the training ground video shows a starkly different dynamic. Röhl can be seen shouting and gesticulating wildly at the winger, reportedly over a lapse in defensive work rate and positioning. The tension reached a breaking point when Röhl moved aggressively into Gassama’s personal space, necessitating intervention from senior players and coaching staff to physically separate them.
This “furious bust-up” comes at a precarious time for the Light Blues. Despite a recent Old Firm victory, reports have surfaced suggesting that Gassama’s form has plateaued, with rumors of interest from clubs like Villarreal circulating ahead of the January window. While Röhl is known for his demanding “work hard every day” philosophy, the sheer scale of this public fallout suggests significant internal strain.
Rangers officials have yet to issue a formal statement, but sources close to the training ground at Auchenhowie suggest the disagreement was “born out of passion and high standards” rather than a permanent rift. Nevertheless, for a player who once claimed he was “excited to work with the gaffer again,” the sight of being dismissed toward the dressing rooms in front of the entire squad marks a low point in their relationship.
As the footage continues to go viral, fans are left wondering if this confrontation will spark a reaction from Gassama or if it signals the beginning of the end for the talented Frenchman’s time in Glasgow.
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