Alfredo Morelos should be shown Rangers red card as Hotline callers back Graeme Souness stance

Former Rangers manager Graeme Souness reckons his old side need to cut their losses and punt Alfredo Morelos after the red mist descended on the striker against Hibs again. Current boss Gio van Bronckhorst has already jettisoned the player from his squad for the Champions League qualifier against PSV Eindhoven.

Now Hotline callers reckon it’s time up at Ibrox for the man who holds the dubious honour of being the most sent off Gers player in history with eight red cards. Morelos’ latest misdemeanour even managed to take some of the Hotline heat off referee Willie Collum after the explosive Easter Road draw. Some, but not all.

Stephen Johnstone, Ardentinny, said: “It’s time to give Alfredo Morelos the red card as he will cost Rangers points and leave them lagging behind Celtic for seasons to come. He has become a liability and I can’t see anyone wanting to buy him.”

Andrew Lamb, Fraserburgh, added: “I couldn't agree more with Souness regarding his views on Morelos. Selling him is long overdue and I'd ask for £8 million but go as low as £6m just to get rid of him. He can’t be trusted.”

Paddy Gowans emailed: “Morelos’ record is appalling. Sent off eight times, he's not a good advert for Scottish football. Rangers should cash in now before they get peanuts for him.”

Paul McArdle, Gourock, said: “Morelos swung a wild kick at a Hibs player off the ball minutes before his dangerous elbow smash and should be hauled up in front of the beaks for both. He's the dirtiest player in Scotland.”

Meanwhile, Jamie Thompson, Clydebank, said: “I’m not convinced that Gio van Bronckhorst has a strong enough team to win the league. The defence is not good enough then they have Morelos who costs them so many games. It’s time for the