SPFL baller is “prepared” to become a Rangers player, and Clement may consider selling him to make space

Jefte and Connor Barron have made an instantaneous impact as Rangers’ new-look youthful squad begins to take shape.

Philippe Clement has expressed his intention to increase the utilization of the academy and to recruit Scottish players; however, he has only one Scottish player in his squad since assuming the Ibrox position.

As the number of promising Scots departing the SPFL continues to rise, it is imperative that this matter be resolved.

Lennon Miller is prepared to become a member of the Rangers.

The manager can now cite Barron as an example of a player who is more than willing to play the Scots if they are strong enough, despite the fact that players no longer regard Rangers as the automatic next step in their careers.

According to Barry Ferguson, one athlete who is is Lennon Miller, who was associated with the Rangers during the summer.

Ferguson believes that the talented teenager could be an astute acquisition, but Motherwell would require a club record fee to surpass the £3m Celtic paid for David Turnbull. In an interview with The Go Radio Football Show, Ferguson stated, “I believe he could be a shrewd acquisition.”

I am of the opinion that there are players who are undoubtedly capable.

From the Rangers’ perspective, Derek (a fan who called into the program) mentions a young man whom we have previously discussed: youthful Lennon Miller.

“I believe he is prepared.” There is no doubt that the lad is prepared to participate in the game, and if I were a member of the Rangers, I would be enthusiastic about it.

Rangers would be required to allocate space for Miller’s signing.

Miller and Bailey Rice were both members of the same age group teams at Motherwell.

Rice has only appeared in Light Blue on a handful of occasions, while the former has made 50 senior appearances.

Expectation and profundity are the primary factors contributing to this.

The question of whether or not Rice would be any worse than the senior players in front of him is one of the bugbears for him and his lack of game time.

Why not provide him with an opportunity?

Miller obtained his and grasped it with both palms.

The Scotland Under-21 international is not a number six or a number 10, which means that he would be in direct competition with Mohamed Diomande if Rangers were to recruit him.

Put plainly, Miller would not be utilized as frequently by the Rangers.

Rangers would not be able to acquire Diomande unless they received an offer that exceeded the £4.3m that was paid.

Clement has predicted that the Ivory Coast international will achieve great things, and Rangers should include Miller on their list of prospective replacements for Diomande, similar to Celtic’s Matt O’Riley and Arne Engels, in accordance with the one-in, one-out policy.

However, the Rangers are unable to bring in Miller until they permanently remove players such as Jose Cifuentes and Kieran Dowell from their roster.

This is yet another issue that Clement acquired.

Report: People interested in Clement are “talking” about hiring a new manager, and Spurs’ option is on their list

Philippe Clement, the boss of Rangers, is thought to be going back to Belgium because things are getting tough at Ibrox.

The manager who used to work for Genk, Club Brugge, and AS Monaco has been in charge of Rangers for a year now. Things have gone up and down during that time.

Although Philippe Clement has won the League Cup, the Belgian manager has failed five times to win the Old Firm, and fans are still not sure if he is the right person to bring them the steady success they want.

But since September, he was linked with the open job at Anderlecht. It looks like the Pro League team has moved on to other opportunities since Clement agreed to take the job at Rangers.

The club is “talking” with a new boss.

It was said in Belgium that Philippe Clement would take over at Anderlecht after the five-time European champions fired Brian Riemer.

For example, Nordin Jbari, a former star player for Anderlecht, had said that Clement and Mark van Bommel were both possible options.

Jbari said, “The next coach needs to be charismatic and play well.” “Philippe Clement is a good example, even if he is taken.”

“He’s up-to-date and likes to play forward.” Even if he has been to Brugge, he is still interesting.

Now, neither the boss of Rangers nor the famous Dutch player Van Bommel seems likely to take over at the most successful football club in Belgium.

The Athletic say that Ryan Mason, an assistant manager at Tottenham Hotspur, is “talking” with Anderlecht about becoming the club’s new boss.

The young teacher, 33 years old, is very good, and he has been working at Spurs since he had to quit playing football early in 2018 because of an illness.

Mason has taken over as temporary manager of Tottenham twice, after Jose Mourinho and Antonio Conte left. He might soon get his first top football job.

Philippe Clement signed with the Rangers.

Rangers fans won’t be surprised that Anderlecht have decided to move on, since they were linked to Philippe Clement.

Not the least because it was clear that the Belgian boss would not be leaving Ibrox.

Last month, the 50-year-old Rangers manager was asked about the rumors about Anderlecht. He made it clear that not even Real Madrid could get him to leave Ibrox.

Clement was given a one-year contract extension on the eve of the new season as a public show of support after a rough summer and while the team is still rebuilding.

“It’s very clear that I signed with Rangers for the long term last month,” Clement said.

I’m not going to leave, no matter who or what team comes.

“Very clear. I want this project with the club to be a huge success in the long run.

“Everyone knows that will take time, a few transfer windows, and a lot of work.”

I love the city, the club, and the way the people act at Ibrox, so that’s what I want to do. I am here to stay, that much is clear.

CCTV footage was released following the incident at the Celtic vs Rangers match in Glasgow

An incident occurred during a Celtic vs Rangers match in Glasgow, and CCTV footage has been disclosed.

According to the police, they are currently conducting an investigation into irresponsible and culpable conduct that occurred during an Old Firm game on Sunday, September 1.

Officers are currently of the opinion that the individual depicted in the photograph may be capable of aiding in their investigations into the incident.

He is described as bald, Caucasian, in his late 30s, and has a dark beard.

It is claimed by the authorities that he was donning a football shirt.

Constable Mark Barr of the Greater Glasgow Football Enquiry Unit stated, “We are eager to engage in conversation with the individual depicted in the image, as we are of the opinion that he may possess information that could be beneficial to our investigations.”

“I would urge him or anyone who may recognize him to reach out to us.”

“You should contact Police Scotland at 101 and reference incident number 1092 of September 1, 2024, or you can remain anonymous and contact Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111.”

Clement asserts that the Hagi challenge was merely “clumsy” following the Romanian’s dismissal

Ring rust has been attributed by Philippe Clement for the red card against St Johnstone that return man Ianis Hagi received.

Not seen in a Rangers match team since August last year, the midfielder was sent packing 35 minutes after he came off the bench in a 2-0 victory at Ibrox. Assisting Vaclav Cerny’s second goal of the evening, the Romanian international then saw red as he rushed into a dangerous tackle on goalscorer Benjamin Kimpioka.

Clement said Hagi’s tackle looked awkward rather than forceful, even if the referees followed VAR’s advice and increased the first yellow card. The Rangers manager noted: ” Ianis didn’t play for a long time.” The red card serves as a clumsy challenge. It’s one from a player not quite fit right now.

“This is the only approach to get him in shape and ready.” This is more of a sloppy and unfortunate one than a violent one with great energy.

Looking at it later, it was obviously a red card. Since he is only in the building, in that sense, exercising with us cannot disappoint me.

One of my key values is that I do not desire such type of challenge. I don’t want people (to) elevate their feet, I don’t want them to block these challenges or utilize their body in that manner, as then you run the danger of losing these moments.

Ianis Hagi’s comeback lasted just 35 minutes due to his reckless challenge on  Benjamin Kimpioka.

Hagi was initially shown a yellow card, but it was upgraded to red on VAR’s recommendation.

Vaclav Cerny headed straight for manager Philippe Clement after the first of his two goals.

Everybody in the team understands this, except Ianis, we haven’t discussed them yet, hence this is a tough lesson. However, as you see it’s not with great intensity, I do not believe it will be a very significant suspension. He will go with his national team now, and I hope he gets minutes there. We will get him back in training when he returns.

Set up Cerny for the second of his two objectives, Hagi resolved a long-standing contract issue with the Ibrox club midweek.

From the emotional upheaval brought on by an incredible miss in the 4-1 Europa League defeat to Lyon, the Czech winger recovered. He canceled his Instagram account after hostile remarks directed at supporters.

Clement said, “You don’t like to miss opportunities like on Thursday, and he is an experienced player.”

He understands the need of not reaching that target. It turned the tide of things. About that he was somewhat depressed. It is also the reason he came to me after the first goal.

He maintained my trust; that is not debatable. I am aware of his labor pace, quality, and desired contribution to this club. The objectives then follow, and I’m really pleased for him to have scored two nice goals.

St Johnstone believed they had grabbed one back via Nicky Clark when an offside flag cut short the celebrations using a numerical advantage.

Simo Valakari, the new manager of the Perth team, watched from the main stand while awaiting a work permit.

“There’s definitely positives we can take from the game – and the fact the new manager will be able to work pretty soon and he’s got to see the players live, see what he’s got to do, and hopefully we can improve,” Interim boss Andy Kirk said.

The manager prefers to play front foot and has a quite optimistic mindset. Now in the worldwide break, we have some opportunity to work with the gamers and convey that to them.

Rangers manager Philippe Clement’s ‘statement’ against James Tavernier is the true cause for Lyon’s replacement

The defender was hauled off during the 4-1 defeat at the hands of the Ligue 1 club.

Rory Loy has denied that Philippe Clement made a “statement” regarding Rangers captain James Tavernier after he was replaced against Lyon.

The captain failed to deal with the visitors’ persistent onslaught, as Malick Fofana created havoc down the left side under the Ibrox lights, scored a double as he repeatedly brushed off the attention of Tavernier in the 4-1 defeat. Clement replaced the right-back with Feyenoord loanee Neraysho Kasanwirjo after 61 minutes in the Europa League game.

Tavernier, who has been a regular of Rangers’ starting lineup since 2015, has seldom been replaced. This decision has sparked concerns over his role in the next match against St Johnstone on Sunday night. On BBC Sportsound, Kenny Macintyre questioned if the Belgian had made a “statement” by removing the captain in the middle of the defeat.

Former Rangers player Loy immediately interjected: “I don’t believe so; I think that was a necessity the other night. That is not being too judgmental of Tavernier; this occurs all the time with gamers.

“It simply hasn’t occurred very often with Tavernier. On Thursday, it reached the damage limitation stage, and it was the wisest thing to do to get him out.”

‘You can’t do this’ – Kris Boyd criticizes a Rangers player for his actions against Lyon

In the Europa League match against Rangers on Thursday, October 3, Connor Barron was criticized by Kris Boyd for his weak pass, which resulted in a Lyon goal.

Boyd criticized Barron’s no-look pass on Sky Sports Scotland (October 3, 8:25 p.m.), which was directly intercepted by Malick Fofana. Fofana then drove into the box and set up Alexandre Lacazette for a 2-1 score.

Barron had attempted to locate John Souttar after receiving a pass from Robin Propper. However, Fofana capitalized on the opportunity, raced clear, and set up the goal, which propelled Lyon to a resounding 4-1 victory at Ibrox.

Boyd stated, “Once more, it is an inadequate pass for Connor Barron; this is unacceptable at this level.” He has been attempting to play it blind, but Fofana has quickly caught on.

“Barron’s pass is exceedingly inadequate; he endeavors to regain possession, but his efforts are unsuccessful.”

In a tumultuous first half against Lyon, Connor Barron is costing Rangers.

The Gers were left with a wide open backline as a result of Barron’s startling back-pass, which also ended a fleeting period of serenity that Philippe Clement’s team had managed to establish in the first half.

Vaclav Cerny missed a golden opportunity from close range, but the Light Blues were unable to capitalize on Lyon’s shaky defense despite generating numerous early opportunities.

Three goals inside 20 minutes at Ibrox as Lyon retake the lead 😲 pic.twitter.com/Hjz48YoH4B

— Sky Sports Scotland (@ScotlandSky) October 3, 2024

Lyon did, however, capitalize on the Gers’ overcommitment by scoring a goal on the break and securing a 1-0 lead to quiet the boisterous Ibrox crowd, mere minutes after Clement’s substitution.

Nevertheless, the Bears had regained some control just minutes later with Tom Lawrence’s gritty equalizer. However, this was all for naught within the next five minutes, as Fofana was able to infiltrate the field as a result of Barron’s pass.

The game could have been significantly different if it had not been for Barron’s errant pass, as Lacazette’s goal placed Lyon 2-1 up and he added an additional goal just before halftime.

Former Rangers player struggles after summer exit as he loses his position; only 14 minutes in five matches

It is fitting to emphasize that the grass is not always greener on the other side as another erstwhile Rangers stalwart experiences a bitter post-Ibrox existence.

Antonio Colak scored only three goals during a challenging season at Parma.Filip Helander was relegated from Denmark’s top division before departing Odense Boldklub under a cloud.

Ryan Kent has not played a single game in fury for Fenerbahce in the past year.

Glen Kamara, who is currently playing for Rennes in France, was a play-off finalist with Leeds before being defeated. In Brazil, Alfredo Morelos’ previously gleaming reputation has been further diminished, and inquiries regarding the transfer of John Lundstram to Trabzonspor are already being raised.

In terms of Trabzonspor, neither Lundstram nor Borna Barisic anticipated a substitute position when they signed a contract with the Turkish Super Lig team during the summer.

Borna Barisic is experiencing difficulty at Trabzonspor following his departure from the Rangers.

Both athletes departed Rangers upon the expiration of their contracts.

Lundstram has only participated in the entire 90 minutes of the Super Lig once. Barisic, on the other hand, began the season as a starter before being demoted to the substitute’s bench in recent weeks.

The Croatian left-back has appeared in a total of 14 minutes during Trabzonspor’s most recent five top-flight matches. At the conclusion of a goalless stalemate with Gazientep, all of those occurred in a fleeting cameo.

Barisic was excluded from the September match against Besiktas and was unable to reunite with his former Ibrox manager, Giovanni van Bronckhorst, due to a Turkish club regulation that limits the number of foreign players allowed in their squad for a league match to 12.

So, although their Rangers replacements are beginning to establish themselves in the left-back and deep-lying midfielder positions – Jefte and Connor Barron appear to be improving by the week – the struggles of Lundstram and Barisic will do little to bolster the argument that Philippe Clement and his colleagues were a bit hasty in moving them on.

To compound the situation, the individual who characterized Barisic’s arrival as a “beautiful” business transaction during the summer has been succeeded by Senol Gunes, a seasoned professional.

John Lundstram, the former Ibrox star, is already confronting an uncertain future in Turkey.

Abdullah Avci was terminated as the head coach of Trabzonspor due to a string of unfavorable outcomes.

Last month, president Ertogrul Dogan intimated that Lundstram’s tenure on the banks of the Black may be coming to an end, despite the fact that Gunes is evidently not a fan of Barisic and prefers Eren Elmali as a left-back.

In September, Dogan informed reporters that the most recent transfers were previously agreed upon with the previous manager. “Our squad has been strengthened by the inclusion of young and significant players.” I believe that we will be able to generate revenue from them in the future.

“We will promptly execute any request made by our coach.” We have transmitted the athletes we have previously investigated to him, and he is currently evaluating them.

“Our coach and Lundstram have not yet had the opportunity to interact.” Nevertheless, these athletes complied with Abdullah Avci’s request to participate. Every instructor has a unique method of consuming yogurt.

“We will take into account any request that (Gunes) may have.”

Clement’s team, which has maintained a clean sheet in six of the previous seven games, is preparing to face Lyon on Thursday in Glasgow.Clement is exceedingly pleased with the manner in which Rangers rookie Jefte has assumed Barisic’s role.

Barron’s performance in the 2-0 victory at Malmo was again characterized by his characteristic maturity, and Rangers legend Ally McCoist cannot express his admiration for him enough.

“I believe he has made a strong start,” the former striker says of Barron. Additionally, McCoist is effusive in his praise for Neraysho Kasanwirjo, new to the Rangers.

“There were several factors that were against [Barron].” The team is experiencing considerable stress. It is significantly simpler to join a team that is performing well.

So I believe that Connor Barron is performing exceptionally well.

The two major Rangers vs Hibs gripes rejected by Philippe Clement were rebuked as Kris Boyd strikes back against Ibrox management

After the tough 1-0 victory at Ibrox, Sky commentator Boyd was not hearing any Belgian complaints.

After Rangers’ hard-earned victory against Hibs, Kris Boyd has discounted Philippe Clement’s two main complaints.

After the visitors missed a penalty and then failed to take their opportunities in the second-half, Gers were lucky to finish the day with all three points. Inside Ibrox, there was a tense environment as angry supporters vented their wrath, which made Vaclav Cerny lash back at the home crowd’s yells.

And while Clement acknowledged it wasn’t a classic exhibition, the Gers manager fired a shot at the earlier 12noon kick-off time after Thursday night Europa League exploits in Malmo. The Belgian also believed that John Souttar was unjustly punished as Hibs were given a spotkick only to have Jack Butland stop Mykola Kuharevich’s feeble attempt.

But Boyd, the ex-Light Blues goal machine, believes Clement’s objections are unfounded. First, examine the penalty; the Sky Sports commentator remarked: “His arm comes up and then it hits him.” It’s a penalty available all day. Philippe Clement would be claiming it’s a penalty kick if you flip it the other way and it was at the other end.”

James McFadden concurred, adding, “I get what he’s trying to say but I think when you put your arm up and put it higher as the ball’s hit, then for me, it’s a penalty kick.”

Boyd also dismissed Clement’s concerns about the early kick-off time and reminded the Belgian he would be managing a Thursday-Sunday schedule had he guided the club into the Champions League.

Boyd said, “I know he’s having a little pop at the scheduling there as well, listen that’s what happens when you’re in Europe. That defines life. Though challenging, you will have to play if you want to be successful.

“Well, should you be successful, you would be playing Tuesday or Wednesday and thereafter would have had Saturday off. You are in Europa; you were knocked out of the Champions League. Rangers have competed in this over many years; you should be accustomed to it since it is a competition.

David Murray’s era had no financial gap; now, it is a matter of worry

During the irresponsible Sir David Murray period, financial gap was not a factor of worry. Suddenly, it is now a thing.

St Johnstone v Celtic – Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers salutes the fans after the William Hill Premiership match at McDiarmid Park, Perth on Saturday September 28, 2024. Photo Jane Barlow

After our great Saturday night victory over St Johnstone, Ewan Murray the Hearts supporter golf hack has taken a go at Celtic.

Murray expressed his emotions on X and muses about how meaningless celebrating such a victory is given the financial difference between the teams.

Indeed, the two teams have very different financial situations; we should be winning games with such certainty and simplicity, but that is our challenge. All we can do is play what is before us.

Paulo Bernardo celebrates scoring to give Celtic a 0-2 lead. St Johnstone v Celtic, Scottish Premiership, Football, McDiarmid Park, Perth Stuart Wallace/Shutterstock

Ironically, hacks like Ewan kept their lips closed during the spend then bust David Murray years when the egotistical businessman was occupied spending other people’s money as the Ibrox side dominated Scottish football with a budget as huge as any side not only in Scotland but the whole United Kingdom.

Their mouths were most likely too full of tender lamb to be able to speak out, however.

Why then is the worry current? Well, that is really clear actually. For our Scottish hackers, Celtic dominating Scottish football is a painful one to consider. They all yearn for the days they spent eating leftovers from Murray’s table.

Auston Trusty applauds the Celtic fans at full-time following their 0-6 victory over St Johnstone. St Johnstone v Celtic, Scottish Premiership, McDiarmid Park, Perth on 28 September 2024 Photo Stuart Wallace/Shutterstock

The largest most successful club in Scottish football is Celtic; we are only going to become better, larger and wealthier. Their actual issue is like this.

Go through the answers to Ewan Murray’s tweet; the Celtic fans really does put him back in his box.

I understand why he has to do this but it’s contrived by necessity.

Celtic’s recently reported annual spend is £105m. St Johnstone turnover was £5.1m in their last accounting period.

It’s a competitive non event. A total waste of time. https://t.co/MnSgt0RdcN

— Ewan Murray (@mrewanmurray) September 28, 2024

Only an Ordinary Bhoy

Rodgers’ post-match remarks are criticized by a pundit

Tam McManus, a former Hibernian forward, has criticized Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers for what he considers to be a lack of contrition in response to comments made by Rodgers following Celtic’s 6-0 victory over St Johnstone on Saturday.

Soccer Football – Champions League – Celtic v Slovan Bratislava – Celtic Park, Glasgow, Scotland, Britain – September 18, 2024 Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers reacts Action Images via Reuters/Jason Cairnduff

Rodgers addressed detractors who accused his team of playing sluggish and unproductive football during the post-match interviews held last season. Celtic’s impressive display at McDiarmid Park, which included a brace from Kyogo Furuhashi, as well as goals from Paulo Bernardo, Callum McGregor, Daizen Maeda, and Adam Idah, prompted this response.

Rodgers’ rebuttal to his detractors was deemed superfluous by McManus, as it undermined his own principles of humility.

He published a message on the social media platform X:

Fantastic performance and result. Looks a seriously strong Celtic squad but no need for the pop as at the time Celtic were not playing good football. Not scoring a goal v Kilmarnock & St Johnstone in back to back weeks proves that. Brendan goes on about staying humble. Well i’m… https://t.co/yhRmvhQg8F

— Tam McManus (@The_Tman10) September 28, 2024

Celtic’s excellent start to the season, which includes 20 goals scored and no conceded in their first six league matches, is a substantial departure from the criticisms of the previous year. The team is exhibiting a potentially more dynamic and effective style of play under Rodgers.

It could be argued that Celtic are employing Angeball in their attack, with a more organized counter press and a compact defensive unit.

Currently, the Hoops are experiencing success, as evidenced by their impressive goal difference of +20, which has been achieved in only six games. May it persist indefinitely.

An unforgettable Daizen Maeda moment

This has become so commonplace among Celtic fans that it may be considered an expectation. Nevertheless, we will never weary of Daizen Maeda’s pursuit of opposing players, even when the bhoys are 6-0 up with five minutes remaining.

The video of the Japanese star sprinting back to retrieve the ball after a sloppy pass in the final third has gone viral, marking another Daizen moment.

The winger could have been excused for allowing this one to fall, but in typical Daizen fashion, he witnesses Celtic loose the ball and sprints the length of the field to retrieve it.

Winning 6-0. 86 minutes. Daizen Maeda… pic.twitter.com/rvRlIOs28n

— Stewart Ross (@StewartRoss89) September 29, 2024

Maeda and Celtic will provide additional information in the future.

Celtic were exceptional throughout their performance in Perth. The boys truly demonstrated their capabilities. Nevertheless, you continue to believe that this group has more to offer and has not yet reached its peak.

Maeda was initially recruited by Ange Postecoglou; however, Brendan Rogers has since elevated him to greater heights. Maeda is an exceptional Celtic athlete due to his exceptional work ethic and integrity, both on and off the field.

The next challenge for the Hoops is a harrowing journey to Dortmund. We can hope for a positive outcome in Germany, but it will be a difficult evening