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“They’re both, for me, very talented players for the future of Rangers”- Clement Heaps Praise on Two Ibrox Prodigies, Hailed as the ‘Future of Rangers,’ After Their Impressive Old Trafford Debut
Rangers manager Philippe Clement has addressed the club’s growing injury concerns, calling on young players to step up in light of recent setbacks.
Clement was unable to provide clear timelines for the returns of three key players after they were forced off during the 2-1 Europa League loss to Manchester United. Midfielder Connor Barron and center-back Leon Balogun were both substituted at halftime after picking up injuries late in the first half. Additionally, winger Vaclav Cerny limped off in the 58th minute.
The Belgian manager has been without several important players for some time. Discussing the club’s mounting injury crisis, he said, “What can I do when players get injured from tackles? There’s not much I can do about it. It’s about working hard with the medical staff to get them back and reassessing the situation in the coming days, preparing for the weekend or the weeks ahead.”
Clement acknowledged that injuries are beyond his control, adding, “We need to work closely with the medical team to bring players back, but I also have to focus on the players available and make adjustments, integrating new players or shifting others into different roles to ensure they are well-prepared.”
Despite the frustration of the last-minute defeat, Clement expressed pride in the performances of young players Bailey Rice and Findlay Curtis, who were thrown into action due to the injury crisis.
“It’s huge experience for them,” Clement said. “They’re only 18, they’ve never played at this level before, and to come on and be brave like they were is impressive. I also want to congratulate the staff who have prepared them over the past weeks, months, and years, and the senior players who have created a positive environment for the youngsters.”
He continued, “The senior players make sure the young guys feel supported, secure, and coached, helping them express their qualities on the pitch. This is a massive experience for them. They are both very talented players for the future of Rangers. They may not be ready to start every game yet, but they have the right mentality, and with good development, they will become regular starters in the future.”
