Purdy steps down as Rangers technical director

Rangers say Dan Purdy is to step down from his position as technical director after just 15 months at Ibrox.Purdy, who was previously head of scouting with Everton, had arrived as a replacement for Nils Koppen, who is now West Ham's director of recruitment.Following media reports of his imminent departure, Rangers confirmed in a website statement: "Dan will continue to work with the club's ownership group, supporting the transition and other football projects."The board would like to thank Dan f