New Glasgow Rangers manager Michael Beale will be aware of the pressures that the role brings following his move to Ibrox, according to one Sky Sports pundit.

The Lowdown: Beale confirmed as Rangers boss

Earlier this week, Beale was confirmed as the Light Blues' new manager, following the sacking of Giovanni van Bronckhorst after a disappointing run of form.

The 42-year-old was doing a stellar job at QPR, guiding them to seventh place in the English Championship before the World Cup break and demonstrating his tactical acumen.

The hope is that Beale can enjoy similar success at Rangers and silence any detractors who may be surprised by the appointment, in what could be an interesting spell at the Premiership club.

The Latest: Carragher reacts to Beale appointment

Someone who has no doubts about Beale being ready for the job is Jamie Carragher, who told Sky Sports [via Glasgow Times] that the 42-year-old's time at Ibrox under Steven Gerrard and in Liverpool's academy will stand him in good stead.

The pundit said of Beale going to Rangers:

"It was obvious at some stage he was going to take that step from QPR. There was a lot of talk he would move into the Premier League. But his ties at Rangers, having worked there, being successful alongside Steven Gerrard at the time.

"It was obvious since being in Liverpool’s academy that Mick Beale has wanted a crack in management. A great start at QPR, a big jump to Rangers – a huge club.

"But he has tasted that before. I’m sure he is well aware of how big it is."

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The Verdict: Intriguing appointment

The appointment of Beale is an interesting one, with Rangers going down the route of a young British manager instead of someone with more experience or an overseas candidate.

There is always the risk that such a decision could go wrong, with the pressure of managing the club too much for some to handle, as Van Bronckhorst found out to his cost last month.

However, as Carragher referenced, Beale has spent time at Rangers and Liverpool already, and that could be a huge blessing.

It may be that some patience is required from Ibrox supporters as Beale looks to get his ideas across to the players, but over time he could blossom into an inspired choice, given the job he has done at QPR and the fact that Gerrard has called him a 'special' coach.