Kelly debut, Danilo minutes and Tavernier to sit it out - the big Rangers selection decisions for Philippe Clement

On the face of it, a home Premier Sports Cup clash against St Johnstone should be a chance for Philippe Clement to experiment and give players some much-needed minutes without the risk of an exit at the first hurdle in defence of the only trophy they won last season.

But the Belgian has to make sure he strikes the balance because right now with his Light Blues side there are no guarantees of victory under any circumstances. That's why the Belgian must get his selection spot on when they face Craig Levein's side at their temporary Hampden home, scene of their final win over Aberdeen last season under the tournament's former sponsors Viaplay.

One issue is at left back where Ridvan Yilmaz is injured after picking up an injury in the Champions League qualifying defeat to to Dynamo Kyiv. That will likely see Jefte go straight in after his controversial midweek red card.

On the other full back flank skipper James Tavernier might get the chance of a rest to give Dujon Sterling the chance of a runout in his natural position. And Liam Kelly could get a competitive debut after his summer move from Motherwell.

And what about the curious case of Danilo? Clement has said the Brazilian will get a chance when the game allows. Could this finally be the time that Rangers get the victory secured early on so the striker can get some action after his knee injury last season? Here, Record Sport looks at how they could line up against the men from Perth, who ran out 3-0 winners against Kilmarnock in the Scottish Premiership last week.

Goalkeepers

Lewis Budinauckas

Defenders

Clinton Nsiala

Midfielders

Forwards

Ross McCausland

Rabbi Matondo

Vaclav Cerny