Thelo Aasgaard injury latest emerges as Rangers training absence shared

Thelo Aasgaard has kickstarted nerves ahead of Rangers' Scottish Premiership opener against Dundee United.

The Gers kick off their campaign on Friday at Tannadice Park, but it appears that the Norwegian is a real doubt.

The 24-year-old is understood to have impressed in Derek McInnes' first few weeks in charge of the Ibrox club.

Ibrox News has covered how Aasgaard could come good for the Light Blues if they persist with him after initial doubts.

The former Luton Town man went off injured in the 64th minute of the pre-season clash with West Ham on Sunday.

McInnes had suggested that he would be fine, but that may not the case after a new update emerged on his availability.

What is the latest update on Thelo Aasgaard's injury?

Aasgaard missed training on Monday ahead of the contest with the Tangerines, which may cast doubt on his potential involvement.

Chris Jack, of the Rangers Review, reported that there was no sign of the midfielder in the Ibrox session.

There was a more positive update on Vanja Dragojevic, who was there, despite missing the Irons clash due to visa issues.

Dujon Sterling, Manny Fernandez and Tuur Rommens were involved in a lighter session, while youngsters Rydnn McGuire, Paul Nsio and Kyle Glasgow all featured.

Why Aasgaard could come good at Rangers

Aasgaard struggled to make an impact under either Russell Martin or Danny Rohl.

He featured 48 times last season in all competitions, with eight goals and five assists in his first season in Govan.

There has been hope that he can come good under McInnes, and his pre-season form certainly suggested that.

The fact that he returned early from his post-World Cup break helped his case and showed his commitment to the cause, which is exactly what the Bears need.

Hopefully, he can come back quickly if missing and show why the G51 side were willing to splash the cash on his services last summer.

With the session less than 24 hours after the West Ham showdown, Aasgaard is likely doing individual work as his body heals, ready for Friday.

If he does not feature, though, he will surely be back soon, and show the new boss what he can do.