Prior to the trip to St Johnstone, Clement is experiencing a headache from an injury in the wide regions.
With pressure on Rangers to take the top spot in the table for the first time since Philippe Clement took over, it’s expected to be a thrilling match in Perth.
Following Celtic’s defeat at the hands of Kilmarnock, the Belgian will lead his team to McDiarmid Park to face St Johnstone. The Light Blues, led by Brendan Rodgers, are currently leading the Scottish Premiership by a mere one point, and they will be keen to defeat Craig Levein’s team and make significant progress towards winning the championship.
Dujon Sterling’s return from a two-game suspension is welcome news for Clement as he gets ready to leave Govan for the away day. Leon Balogun, who has resumed training while using a mask for protection, is also accessible. Rabbi Matondo, a Welsh international, will not be playing for Clement, along with Kemar Roofe, Danilo, Kieran Dowell, and Abdallah Sima.
But who will open for the Rangers in this important encounter? Record Sport examines the possible starting lineup for a manager who hasn’t shied away from making changes.
Predicted Rangers XI
Provisional Rangers squad
Goalkeepers
- Jack Butland
- Robby McCrorie
- Kieran Wright
- Defenders
- James Tavernier
- Connor Goldson
- Leon Balogun
- John Souttar
- Borna Barisic
- Ridvan Yilmaz
- Leon King
- Midfielders
- John Lundstram
- Mohamed Diomande
- Todd Cantwell
- Nico Raskin
Forwards
- Fabio Silva
- Cyriel Dessers
- Rabbi Matondo
- Ross McCausland
- Scott Wright
- Oscar Cortes
