Celtic have momentum but Rangers psychology is massive with 2 solutions needed in treacherous transfer window – Kenny Miller

Rangers got close to Celtic in yesterday’s Old Firm defeat at Parkhead. But to have the best chance of overtaking the champions before the end of the season then Philippe Clement needs a strong January transfer window.

What would a successful window look like for Rangers? I’d say at least two starting players. One in attack and a creative midfielder. Players ready to hit the ground running and make an impact in the team. Improve the team. This window is so treacherous. But Rangers have to try and navigate it successfully to give themselves the best chance to lift the title. Why treacherous? Well let’s take Lawrence Shankland who I’ve already stated should have been a target in the summer, as an example.

A player under contract, captain of his club and top scorer in the league. Rangers would have to pay Hearts top dollar to get him. That could be two, three or four million .. I don’t know. But what you get for your money is a player at the top of his game, who knows the opposition and scores goals at every single level he has played. Someone you would hang your hat on making an impact. But you have to pay the money.

On the flip side you might go for someone who’s not getting game time. It might be a loan signing like Fabio Silva from Wolves. Yes he might have all the potential to be a top signing. But it might take time for him to get up to speed.

Do you really want to put your neck on the line for someone that’s not getting game time at their club? Rangers don’t need squad players, the squad’s big enough.

Rangers need players who will improve that starting line-up and that’s why this window will be tough. Bringing in players with high standards and mentality also drives those already in the dressing room on to lift