Rangers are bracing themselves for a pivotal Scottish Premiership encounter against Dundee, but their hopes of keeping the title race alive have been dealt a significant blow with the absence of 11 key first-team players.
Following their recent 2-1 defeat at Celtic Park, Rangers find themselves trailing their rivals by six points in the Premiership standings, with only two games remaining. Moreover, their inferior goal difference by seven adds further pressure to their quest for the title.
Philippe Clement, Rangers’ manager, faces a daunting challenge as he navigates through an injury crisis, with a lengthy list of absentees including John Souttar, Dujon Sterling, and John Lundstram, who was also sent off during the clash against Celtic. The absence of these influential figures poses a formidable hurdle for Rangers as they seek to mount a comeback in the title race.
Looking ahead to the Scottish Cup final against Celtic on May 25th, Clement remains hopeful that some of the sidelined players will recover in time for the crucial fixture. However, doubts linger over the availability of Abdallah Sima and Danilo, casting a shadow of uncertainty over Rangers’ preparations for the upcoming showdown.
Despite the challenges posed by injuries and suspensions, Clement emphasizes the importance of staying focused on the immediate tasks at hand, urging his team to make the most of the players available for the upcoming matches. With the Scottish Cup final looming large on the horizon, Clement underscores the need for a concerted effort from his squad, backed by unwavering support from the Rangers faithful.
Looking towards the future, Clement acknowledges the impending need for squad reinforcements and a significant overhaul during the summer transfer window. The manager emphasizes the importance of smart recruitment and strategic planning to bolster the team’s prospects for the upcoming season while addressing the existing injury concerns.