Kris Boyd offers a bizarre opinion on Rangers player exiting the club following the Dundee Utd draw, says Ibrox View.

Rangers’ 1-1 draw away to Dundee United in Derek McInnes’ first competitive match as manager has already prompted debate over the squad’s strengths and weaknesses. While supporters were left frustrated by a lack of attacking fluency, former striker Kris Boyd surprised many by suggesting that out-of-favour midfielder Nedim Bajrami could have offered something different in the final third.

The result at Tannadice ensured Rangers avoided defeat thanks to Thelo Aasgaard’s second-half equaliser, but it did little to ease concerns about the team’s creativity. Dundee United made life difficult for the visitors, and Rangers struggled to consistently break down Jim Goodwin’s organised defence despite several tactical adjustments.

McInnes attempted to influence the contest with changes after the interval, introducing Dan Neil and Youssef Chermiti in search of greater attacking threat. However, Rangers still found it difficult to create clear-cut opportunities, highlighting an area that may require reinforcement before the transfer window closes.

Boyd believes Bajrami’s technical qualities could have been useful in that type of game. Speaking after the match, he argued that the Albanian international has always possessed the ability to unlock defences with intelligent passes, even if he has never fully established himself at Ibrox. With reports suggesting Bajrami is close to leaving the club, Boyd hinted that Rangers may be losing a player capable of offering creativity in certain situations.

Those comments have divided opinion among supporters. Bajrami has struggled to make a lasting impact since arriving in Glasgow and has failed to produce the level of performances expected from an attacking player. While there have been occasional flashes of quality, consistency has been a major issue throughout his spell with the club.

Transfer speculation surrounding the 27-year-old has intensified in recent weeks. Reports indicate Saudi Pro League side Al Taawoun are interested in signing him, with discussions believed to involve an initial loan agreement that could become a permanent transfer through a purchase option. Other clubs are also monitoring his situation as Rangers reshape the squad under McInnes.

The decision to leave Bajrami out of the matchday squad against Dundee United has only increased the belief that his departure is imminent. Managers rarely omit experienced players from important fixtures without a significant reason, and his absence suggests Rangers are already planning for life without him.

Looking at Bajrami’s overall record, it is understandable why many fans question Boyd’s assessment. Across two seasons with Rangers, his creative output has been limited, with only a handful of goal contributions despite making numerous league appearances. Those numbers make it difficult to argue that he would have dramatically changed the outcome against Dundee United.

Nevertheless, Boyd’s wider point—that Rangers require more imagination in attacking areas—will likely resonate with many supporters. The opening fixture exposed a lack of incisive passing and creativity against a well-organised defence, reinforcing the need for additional attacking options if Rangers are to challenge consistently throughout the season.

McInnes still has time to reshape his squad before the transfer window closes, and bringing in players capable of creating chances from wide positions or behind the striker may become a priority. Whether Bajrami leaves or not, Rangers’ performance at Tannadice highlighted that improving creativity will be essential if they are to turn draws into victories in the weeks ahead.