Pundit Peter Grant has told Michael Beale he broke an “unwritten rule” of management when he attended Rangers clash with Aberdeen.
And the Celtic hero claimed that Beale wouldn't have a Scottish Premiership winners medal if fans were allowed in stadiums back during the 2020/21 camaign. Steven Gerrard and assistant Beale masterminded a convincing title victory over Neil Lennon's Hoops back behind closed doors due to Covid rules, and the QPR boss is to have opportunity to land more success at Ibrox following the sacking of Gio van Bronckhorst.
Beale is the frontrunner to step into the Rangers hot seat but Grant was unhappy at his appearance in the stands against Aberdeen while Van Bronckhorst was under pressure - and offered a theory over why Beale lifted the title. When asked on The Go Radio Football Show about the potential appointment Grant responded: "I’m slightly surprised. These guys all work their ticket to get back down south.