Aaron Ramsey makes Rangers debut admission as star signing faces uphill battle to be fit for Celtic clash

New Rangers signing Aaron Ramsey has admitted he's unlikely to feature in Wednesday night's derby against Celtic.

But there's every chance he could make his debut on Saturday against Hearts at Ibrox.

The Monday night bombshell saw the former Arsenal midfielder arrive on a six-month loan from Juventus.

Fans are already eagerly anticipating seeing him in blue but by his own admission that's unlikely to be at Parkhead this midweek.

Speaking to Rangers TV, he said: "I’m going to be a little bit short for the Old Firm game but hopefully I can get myself ready this week and look forward to getting ready for the weekend really.

"I’ve had these conversations with the manager and the staff and hopefully we can have a good plan in place for me to be able to get going and get back to match fitness as quickly as possible."

Ramsey, 31, insists he and the club are a perfect match as he prepares to meet his new Rangers team-mates at Auchenhowie on Tuesday morning.

He added: "I had a few conversations with him ( Giovanni van Bronckhorst ) and I was very impressed with the way the meetings went. I'm very excited to be a part of the philosophy he wants to bring at this football club.

"It’s a good match and hopefully we can work well together and have many successful times.

"I know they’ve had a very successful period over the last few season and I know a few of the lads.

"I’m excited to meet more of them tomorrow and to be part of their team and for them to help me. I’m looking forward to it.

"I know there is many challenges here and a lot of pressure on us to get results and I’m excited to experience it and to try and help the team and help the fans have something to celebrate at the end of the year.

"It’s all happened quickly