Rangers predicted XI vs Hibernian – Djeidi Gassama already set for axe as Danny Rohl reverts decision
Rangers are preparing for a trip to face Hibernian in the Scottish Premiership on Wednesday.
Hibernian are preparing to welcome Rangers as both sides look to put together a winning run after both secured three points in their previous outing.
Danny Rohl got his first win in charge at Ibrox last time out as Rangers beat Kilmarnock 3-1 in an improved performance under the German.
Youssef Chermiti netted his first for Rangers, putting the icing on the Light Blues’ first league win since late September under Russell Martin.
The new manager in Govan will be keen to secure consecutive wins for the first time and could make several changes to that end.
Max Aarons could replace Djeidi Gassama in Rangers starting XI
Jack Butland made an error against Kilmarnock, but is still likely to make yet another start on the trip to Easter Road.
The Englishman could find himself behind a settled back three in blue after what has been a difficult start to the season defensively.
Rangers had conceded nine goals in eight games before Rohl’s introduction and will hope for a change as his tenure continues.
Derek Cornelius, John Souttar and James Tavernier could form a trio once again against Hibs to keep a first clean sheet since facing the same side in the League Cup.
This back three could be flanked on the left by Jayden Meghoma once again, but Max Aarons could come in as the right-wing back.
Djeidi Gassama could therefore drop out after contributing just one defensive action while losing two duels in the win over Kilmarnock, with a rest likely needed ahead of Celtic on Sunday.
Rohl could immediately revert to his decision to feature the winger as a defender, allowing him to focus on what he is best at.
Mikey Moore could start vs Hibernian
The midfield has been a source of change throughout the campaign, and Rohl could follow suit by introducing Connor Barron from the start.
Mohamed Diomande could drop to the bench, while Nico Raskin and Thelo Aasgaard could keep their spots in the line-up for the Bears.
This trio could feature behind Danilo once again, who is deserving of another start after his goal last time out against Kilmarnock.
Chermiti may be hopeful of a start in place of Bojan Miovski, but it could be Mikey Moore who is afforded the chance from the start alongside the Brazilian.
The Tottenham loanee came on at half-time at Ibrox and may be set to pick up a fourth Scottish Premiership start of the campaign.
With the huge Hampden semi-final against Celtic only days after, Rohl will need to make some crunch calls to keep his squad fit and firing, with the chance for domestic silverware bigger at this moment.
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