Duncan Ferguson: From Scottish Sensation to Inverness Caledonian Thistle's New Emblematic Manager
Duncan Ferguson set to take charge at Inverness Caledonian Thistle as their new manager The former Scotland and Rangers striker, known for his passion and experience, will replace Billy Dodds Ferguson brings his strong managerial background, having previously led Forest Green
Inverness Caledonian Thistle has reached an agreement to appoint Duncan Ferguson as their new manager. The former striker, who has previously played for Scotland, Rangers, and Everton, will be officially unveiled as the new boss of the Scottish Championship side on Tuesday at 9.30am.
Ferguson is available after being sacked by Forest Green in July after less than six months in charge.
The 51-year-old will replace Billy Dodds, who was sacked by Inverness just over a week ago.
Ferguson has been absent from Scotland's work scene ever since his conviction for assault, which occurred during Rangers' 4-0 victory over Raith Rovers in April 1994. In this incident, he headbutted defender Jock McStay. Prior to this, Ferguson had already been on probation due to an altercation at a bar in Anstruther while playing for Dundee United. As a result, he received a three-month custodial sentence and served a total of 44 days in Barlinnie Prison.
The Scottish FA imposed a 12-game suspension on Ferguson, prompting him to retire from international play. Following a loan spell, Ferguson transferred from Rangers to Everton in 1994 and remained at Goodison Park for four years.
The striker then transferred to Newcastle and rejoined Everton two years later, playing for the Toffees for an additional six years until his retirement in 2006.
In 2014, Ferguson made another comeback to Everton, this time as a coach, and held various positions - including interim manager - until his departure in 2022.
He was given his first permanent senior managerial role by Forest Green in January but they finished bottom of League One, with Ferguson winning just one of his 18 games in charge.
