Brian Laudrup torn over Rangers fans protests but legend confesses Celtic friendly set alarm bells ringing

Brian Laudrup has pleaded for unity at Rangers after some fans staged a weekend protest against the board.

A section of the travelling support launched tennis balls and toilet roll onto the Dens Park pitch on Sunday as they hit out at the controversial friendly with Celtic in the Sydney Super Cup.

Giovanni van Bronckhorst's side are due to travel Down Under for the exhibition tournament in November, although Record Sport revealed last week Ibrox bosses are considering pulling out.

The protest repeatedly disrupted the weekend clash as Rangers chased the game with their hopes of retaining the title hanging in the balance.

Keeper Allan McGregor appeared to mouth "f*****g a*******s" as the stunt unfolded and club legend Laudrup admits he's torn.

The Dane believes supporters have the right to question the club - and admitted the friendly set alarm bells ringing for him - but fears the discord could "destroy" Rangers' hopes of a historic season as they compete in the Premiership, Scottish Cup and Europa League.

Laudrup wrote in his Daily Mail column: "I can understand Giovanni van Bronckhorst urging Rangers fans to strike a balance after they disrupted Sunday's 2-1 Premiership win at Dundee.

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