Razor-sharp Ajax overmatched Utrecht to send a clear signal their future remains bright despite star turn Antony on the verge of signing for Manchester United.
Rangers are on alert as they head to Amsterdam in 10 days for their Champions League group stage opener in the Johan Cruyff Arena.
But Alfred Schreuder's team had no problems on their travels as they made it four consecutive Eredivisie wins to maintain their status as early season pacesetters.
Steven Berghuis and Brian Brobbey netted in the first half to leave the hosts dazed and confused during the opening salvo. The Rangers scout in attendance will likely have headlined their notes with the attacking threat Ajax offer, a calling card that has defined one of European football's most iconic names throughout their trophy-laden history.