Before leaving for the Ibrox exit, Rangers’ outgoing footballers get the ideal send-off gift from Lee McCulloch: hope for the upcoming season.
Six players are out of contract, and several more are on loan, thus Gers manager Philippe Clement has already stated he will be making major changes to his squad in the summer. But if they defeat Celtic in the Scottish Cup Final on Saturday, players like Borna Barisic, John Lundstram, and Fabio Silva can end their careers on a positive note. McCulloch also believes that individuals who choose to stay put would gain confidence from a Cup victory.
“This Saturday is a big game,” stated the former captain of the Light Blues. It’s understandable that the team’s failure to cross the finish line and win the league is disheartening. However, I believe this is a fantastic chance for the club to have a double-winning season and finish the summer on a high note.
“If you go all the way back to the beginning of the season and the defeat by Kilmarnock during the previous administration. There was a severe connection between the stands, the field, and most likely the management team, which left the supporters quite unhappy. However, a glimmer of optimism has been offered by the new manager.
“Well, they’ve struggled a little bit due to injuries and a slight decline in performance from a player or two. However, I believe it would be the ideal chance for the players to make a statement about whether they want to stay on the squad or go on to another one for next year.
For any reason, this is the ideal chance to raise another trophy for the team and ensure that you end the summer on a positive note. I don’t know who is departing, but if you are leaving on the high note after winning the Scottish Cup and the season’s double, it has given the supporters a small amount of hope for where you wind up next.
Since Rangers hasn’t defeated Celtic this season, the bookmakers will give the Hoops short odds to secure a victory. However, Jig issued a warning, saying, “I think it would be foolish to write off Rangers as they still have a lot of very good players, match winners, in their squad.” There is no reason to be afraid. Form disappearing in the cup finals.
“Cyriel Dessers is playing well for the Rangers, and Dujon Sterling can fill in at full-back, out wide, or in the middle of the park. There’s James Tavernier, the captain, who can score again from anywhere, and Jack Butland, the outstanding goalie.
Thus, there are advantages there. Although it can be simple to overlook those advantages, the manager will surely be reminding the team of their potential.
During his eight years with the Rangers, McCulloch filled in gaps in the defense, midfield, and attack positions. However, he knows where he wants Sterling, the current utility man for the Giants, to start this weekend.
“I’ve been really impressed with Dujon,” he declared. In the cup final, he started in center midfield against Aberdeen and was named Man of the Match. He is a competent right-back and right-wing player. Anywhere on the team, he can be effective. The management might want two or three of him, arguably.
“I think he’s best in the middle of the pitch, but I’m not sure where he’s greatest. He will perform well no matter where he plays on the field. All that matters is attempting to bring out the best in him. He has drive, vigor, a strong work ethic, and passion. He seems to enjoy playing for the team.
“There is a strong bond between him and his admirers. I believe that the supporters are starting to favor him. It’ll be intriguing to watch how the manager handles him.”
