Rangers news: ‘Infuriating’ Cyriel Dessers claim emerges – ‘Nuts’
Cyriel Dessers scored the only goal for Rangers as they secured a 1-1 draw against Celtic on Sunday.
In the final Old Firm derby of the season, played at Ibrox, Gers picked up a point courtesy of a dominant first-half display.
Dessers started the game, playing on the left wing, and found the back of the net in the 44th minute of the contest.
Dessers unfairly treated because of £4.3million price tag, believes Stephen McGowan
Since his multi-million move from Cremonese, the Nigeria international has been a first-team regular at Rangers.
Despite a relatively decent goal-scoring tally, he has often been scapegoated by the fans and pundits alike.
This is primarily due to the number of chances that he misses, but he still manages to score goals that many would not expect him to.
Reacting to his goal against Celtic, Herald Sports’ Stephen McGowan told PLZ Soccer at 29:46: “I mean, 25 goals this season alone? I mean, that’s some dud. For me, I mean, he can be infuriating. He can drive you nuts.
“The price tags are a ball and chain around their neck with these guys. Yeah, Dessers – was it £4.3million?”
Rangers fans often misdirect their anger at Dessers
McGowan’s assessment of Dessers is spot-on, as the £4.3million price tag from his Cremonese transfer has unfairly skewed expectations, overshadowing his contributions at Rangers.
His 25 goals this season, including a crucial strike in the Old Firm derby, demonstrate his knack for delivering in big moments, even if he misses chances that frustrate fans.
The 30-year-old’s role as a first-team regular, sometimes deployed on the left wing, highlights his versatility and work rate, which are vital for a squad stretched across multiple competitions.
| Competition (2024/25) | Appearances | Goals | Assists |
| Scottish Premiership | 32 | 14 | 2 |
The scapegoating stems more from his cost than his actual performance, as he consistently scores goals others might not.
Keeping Dessers as a backup or occasional starter would benefit Gers immensely.
His experience, goal-scoring instinct, and ability to step up in high-stakes games like the Celtic draw make him a valuable asset.
Rather than being the problem, Dessers is a solution for depth and reliability, offering his manager tactical flexibility without the burden of unrealistic expectations tied to his transfer fee.