Rangers have been linked with a move for manager Derek McInnes.
Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes has told BBC Sport that he is attempting to ignore speculation over his future amid interest from Rangers.
The Gers sacked manager Pedro Caixinha last week after a 1-1 draw with Kilmarnock, bringing an end to his seven-month spell in the Ibrox dugout.
Caixinha’s exit has left Graeme Murty in caretaker charge, and whilst he started with a 3-1 win at Hearts last weekend, the Gers may choose an external successor.
A host of managers have been linked with the post, but one of the leading names amongst fans, pundits and bookmakers is Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes.
The 46-year-old has worked wonders with Aberdeen since his appointment in April 2013, boasting a win rate of more than 58% from his 217 games in charge in all competitions.
Having previously played as a midfielder for Rangers, a return to Ibrox could appease many Gers fans, and reports suggest that he could be the top choice for the job.
BBC Sport reported earlier this week that Rangers were planning to launch an approach for McInnes, and whilst it would require compensation to prise him away from Pittodrie, Rangers could launch a bid.
Now, McInnes has told BBC Sport that it has been a normal week despite the speculation, and he is ignoring the rumours anyway, focusing on Aberdeen’s next game instead.
“It’s been a normal week for us. My job is here, it’s not to deal with speculation,” said McInnes “We’ve always been the same, how we deal with criticism, praise, speculation, it’s about the next game,” he added.
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