Danny Rohl forced into rethink after latest injury news – Updated Rangers predicted XI vs Aberdeen
Danny Rohl could be forced to rethink his plans for Rangers‘ clash with Aberdeen after a triple injury update.
The Gers host the Dons at Ibrox on 21 March, looking to continue their charge towards the Scottish Premiership title.
However, they are expected to be without Tuur Rommens, Andreas Skov Olsen and Mikey Moore for the contest.
In his pre-match press conference, Rohl confirmed that Skov Olsen has been suffering with illness while the other two players have “small problems”.
That will prove to be a challenge, as the Rangers boss has to come up with a new strategy to beat Stephen Robinson’s side.
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Who could replace Rangers’ injured stars?
Djeidi Gassama will likely replace Skov Olsen on the right-flank for the clash, despite his performance against St Mirren.
The French youth international did not necessarily grasp his chance for a starting berth, but the injury latest may have given him a reprieve.
Gassama completed just 76 per cent of his passes and failed to attempt a cross in his last outing, per Sofascore, and will need to be on better form if he is selected.
| Stats | Gassama vs St Mirren |
| Minutes played | 58 |
| Shots | 3 |
| Pass completion | 76% |
| Crosses | 0 |
On the opposite flank, Thelo Aasgaard could get the nod from Rohl, with Moore expected to miss out on proceedings.
The 23-year-old had 10 touches from the bench at the SMiSA Stadium and lost possession just once after replacing Youssef Chermiti.
Finally, Jayden Meghoma looks primed to replace Rommens, and after his 10-minute cameo last time out, he will be keen to impress.
The rest of the line-up is predicted to be the same, apart from Connor Barron replacing Tochi Chukwuani in the middle of the park.
Why Gassama has to step up soon
Gassama needs to step up if he comes back into the team over Skov Olsen, with the Dane’s illness.
The Gers need him to produce after poor showings in his last few matches.
Mohamed Diomande has returned to Rangers training after missing the win over St Mirren last weekend.
He has not scored since the Europa League clash with Porto on 29 January, and his last assist came in the win over Hearts on 15 February.
The former Sheffield Wednesday man needs to produce more often, if the Gers are going to walk away with the title at the end of the campaign.
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