Uncanny Celtic conjuring magic has led to scared Rangers boo boys hunting Ross Wilson – Hotline

Michael Beale has pleaded with Rangers fans to lay off Ross Wilson after more banners and protests aimed at the sporting director at the weekend. The Light Blues faithful reckon it’s time for change with Wilson and managing director Stewart Robertson in their crosshairs.

Boss Beale leap to their defence and claimed Wilson will be a crucial figure as he rebuilds his squad in the summer. But Bill Park, Bathgate, said: “Rangers supporters are quite right to criticise Ross Wilson, as he failed to sell Morelos last year for decent money. Also, some of the players he brought in shouldn't have been near Ibrox. Much investment has gone into the academy but where are the players that should have graduated to the top-team? The protesters are right as change is needed at the top at Rangers, starting with Wilson.”

Celtic fan Bud Hay, Dumfries, couldn’t resist a dig when he said: “The league is by and maybe the Scottish Cup so what are Rangers fans going to do when Celtic beat them? They will be wanting Robertson, Wilson, and Beale out the door.” Over at Celtic and Liel Abada appears to be in Southampton’s sights with the Premier League big guns eyeing an eight-figure bid for the Israel international.

Stephen Mulhern, Dumbarton, said: “If Southampton are lining up a £10million bid for a player who’s not a regular starter it would be an outstanding piece of business. I believe Abada wants to ply his trade in the Premiership. More likely the Championship with the league position Southampton are currently in.”

Paul McCormack, Coatbridge, said; “Another player leaving Celtic eh, really? Well if he is, Ange will have his replacement signed quickly enough for Abada to hold open the welcome door. Thanks and cheerio, we don’t stop.”

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