5 things every Rangers fan wants for Christmas - including a Vaclav Cerny miracle

Even Rangers manager Philippe Clement must suspect he is not going to have a quiet Christmas.

Not only are there plenty games for him to keep his mind on but pressure is mounting every moment rivals as Celtic hold a sizeable lead at the top of the Scottish Premiership table. The Belgian manager has reeled in Jimmy Thelin's Aberdeen and can now set their focus on chasing down Brendan Rodger's troops. There is still a long way to go in the race and many Govan supporters will wish to put 2024 behind them. A poor summer window and first half of the season domestically has been merged with turmoil in the boardroom, with the Ibrox rotating door a source of ire from all in light blue.

However, the Rangers faithful will be dreaming of a return to glory this season. For a bit of fun, Record Sport has come up with five things every fanatic would love to find under their Christmas tree this year.

Clement confirmed Rangers will not be able to keep Vaclav Cerny at the end of the season unless there is some dramatic change in the club’s financial situation. On loan from Wolfsburg, the Czech international has been electric but would fetch a fee of £6m-£10m. Perhaps a loan extension could be announced next month to keep the winger at Ibrox.

The club will be in need of a centre back with Panamanian defender Jose Cordoba slipping from their grasp in the summer in favour of a move to Norwich. Experienced Spaniard Joan Jordan was on the cusp of signing on the dotted line to replace John Lundstram in the number six position. That is a hole still needing filled. Rangers are also in need of left-wing options as Rabbi Matondo and Oscar Cortes are both inconsistent and Danilo is more natural down the middle.

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