Connor Barron: Danny Rohl should bring midfielder into Rangers XI vs Hearts
Connor Barron’s ball-winning ability should earn him a place in Danny Rohl‘s starting lineup when Rangers take on Hearts. The 23-year-old midfielder has endured a…
James Barker
James Barker is a senior writer on Ibrox News as part of the Breaking Media network. With a background in sports journalism, James provides expertise in statistical analysis and long-form opinion pieces on all the major events at Rangers. Based in Durham, James has previously worked for Football League World where he had editing responsibility, having graduated from the University of Sunderland in the summer of 2024.
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Andreas Skov Olsen: Danny Rohl has Rangers recall dilemma after last Hearts performance
Andreas Skov Olsen was excellent in Rangers‘ previous 4-2 win against Hearts, setting up a tough decision for Danny Rohl to make on Monday night.…
Djeidi Gassama primed for second-season Rangers leap as his numbers prove
Djeidi Gassama is posting underlying numbers that suggest he’s ready to take a significant step forward at Rangers in 2026-27. Signed by Rangers last summer…
Rangers’ Tynecastle winning record should fuel Danny Rohl’s side with Hearts confidence
Rangers have nine wins at Hearts’ Tynecastle home since 2021. Edinburgh is calling for Rangers on Monday night, in what is a date with destiny…
Bojan Miovski: Rangers have got impressive financial value out of £2.6m transfer
Bojan Miovski has only ended up costing Rangers £371,000 per Scottish Premiership goal this season. Signed from Spanish La Liga side Girona last August, it…
Jack Butland out, Mikey Moore in: Rangers and Hearts combined XI
Jack Butland doesn’t make my combined Rangers and Hearts XI, but Mikey Moore does. The eyes of Scottish football will be on Tynecastle next Monday…
Fabio Silva: Ex-Rangers star who split opinion is fulfilling potential at Borussia Dortmund
Fabio Silva is having an impressive debut season as a Borussia Dortmund player, with the former Rangers loanee kicking on since leaving Ibrox. Signed in…
Jack Butland doesn’t deserve the brunt of Rangers blame for Motherwell loss
Jack Butland was not at fault for any of Motherwell’s three goals against Rangers on Sunday, in my opinion. The 33-year-old goalkeeper has always cut…
Gary Lineker & Micah Richards react to Rangers latest in Scottish Premiership title race – ‘Bonkers’
Gary Lineker and Micah Richards have described the Scottish Premiership as “complicated”, whilst discussing Rangers‘ position in the title race. Danny Rohl‘s side have seen…
Danny Rohl shows same tactical nous and flaws from Falkirk in Rangers loss vs Motherwell
Danny Rohl‘s half-time subs against Motherwell helped make a big impact for Rangers on Sunday. Gers found themselves 2-0 down at half-time at Ibrox, with…
Kris Boyd tells Rangers they must beat Hearts or Scottish Premiership title dreams are ‘done’
Kris Boyd believes Rangers have to beat Hearts on 4 May, and if not, then their Scottish Premiership title hopes will be over. Indeed, it…
Rangers may want to consider Robbie Ure return as ex-Auchenhowie talent shines in Sweden
Rangers should be watching Robbie Ure star in Swedish football with major regret, and should give thought to bringing him back to Glasgow. The now-22-year-old…
Leon Balogun shows Rangers were wrong to snub handing him new contract
Leon Balogun is loving life with Cypriot side Aris Limassol in 2025-26, having left Rangers in this season’s summer transfer window. The 37-year-old defender departed…
Gilberto Batista: Rangers-linked defender would need time at Ibrox as his numbers prove
Gilberto Batista has been linked with a move to Rangers ahead of the summer transfer window, but his stats in Portugal suggest he’s still extremely…
Paul Nsio: Rangers talent should get pre-season chance as Raith Rovers loan success continues
Paul Nsio has been enjoying a fruitful loan spell with Raith Rovers in the Scottish Championship, which should see him get a pre-season chance with…
Joe Rothwell: Rangers to have zero regrets over Sheffield United transfer exit
Joe Rothwell hasn’t enjoyed a fruitful first few months with Sheffield United since leaving Rangers in this season’s winter transfer window. The 31-year-old only joined…
Rangers: Ashton Scally reaches agreement as Chelsea chase Ibrox deal
Rangers have reportedly signed teenage defender Ashton Scally to a professional contract, despite interest from Premier League sides such as Chelsea. Scally, who only turned…
Youssef Chermiti is better Rangers target man than Cyriel Dessers as the numbers prove
Youssef Chermiti has provided a significant upgrade on Cyriel Dessers for Rangers in the physical side of leading the line. The 21-year-old arrived at Ibrox…
Danny Rohl value shown as Rangers head coach plays ‘key role’ in Ashton Scally contract decision
Danny Rohl is reported as having played a ‘key role’ in convincing academy talent Ashton Scally to sign his first professional contract with Rangers. The…
Youssef Chermiti can sway Rangers Tawanda Maswanhise transfer decision vs Motherwell
Youssef Chermiti can convince Rangers transfer chiefs they don’t need to sign Tawanda Maswanhise when the two meet on Sunday. Danny Rohl‘s side welcome Jens…