Rangers boss, Philippe Clement, had to make some changes to the team due to Lawrence’s injury during the Europa League match against Lyon. Although Lawrence’s injury is not severe, Clement decided it was too risky for him to play minutes in the upcoming match against St Johnstone. This led to Nico Raskin and Ross McCausland coming in for Lawrence and Barron, with Barron still named on the bench.
Clement emphasized the importance of managing player minutes to prevent burnout, especially considering Barron’s recent heavy workload. He expressed confidence in Raskin’s ability to step up and perform well based on his training and contribution during the Europa League game.
In more positive news for the team, Ianis Hagi has resolved his stand-off with the club and returned to the squad for the league match. While Hagi starts on the bench, Clement is eager to see him back in the starting line-up soon. Despite training with the second team during his absence, Clement is looking to reintegrate Hagi into the first-team setup as quickly as possible.
The focus is on getting Hagi back up to speed physically and ensuring his seamless return to the team. Clement acknowledged the need to assess Hagi’s fitness level and performance on the field before making decisions about his role in upcoming matches. The team is optimistic about Hagi’s return and the positive impact he can have on their performances moving forward.