Rangers seek striker & are 'playing with fire' in defence
Rangers are being "proactive" in seeking a new striker after Youssef Chermiti was ruled out long term, says manager Derek McInnes, who warns defensive injuries leave the club "playing with fire".
Rangers are actively pursuing a new striker following the lengthy absence of Youssef Chermiti, who was ruled out due to an anterior cruciate ligament injury sustained in their recent match against Hibernian. Manager Derek McInnes expressed concern over the team's defensive situation, stating that they are "playing with fire" due to injuries to Chermiti and left-back Tuur Rommens.
Chermiti, who is only 22, is set to undergo further medical evaluation and possible surgery, with a potential operation scheduled for next week. McInnes highlighted Chermiti's talent and the club's disappointment at losing a young player, but emphasized that the injury occurred during the transfer window, providing them with an opportunity to act.
The team is also looking to bolster their defence and add left-backs, with Brentford's Jayden Meghoma and PSV Eindhoven's Couhaib Driouech among the names being considered.
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