The summer transfer window is fast approaching and Rangers boss Michael Beale is expected to make wholesale changes to his first-team squad to strengthen his side’s bid to bring silverware back to Ibrox.
The Englishman is facing a crucial summer as he looks to stamp his authority on the squad by bringing in a number of youthful new additions and parting ways with several old campaigners, who are nearing the end of their playing careers.
Veterans such as Allan McGregor and Steven Davis could hang up their boots, while decisions have yet to be made on whether to offer new deals to key attacking players such as Ryan Kent and Alfredo Morelos.
Club legend Mark Hateley believes Beale would face a “tsunami of pressure” if his side suffer another Old Firm defeat to Celtic when the clash on league duty on April 8 at Parkhead.
With the Light Blues title challenge steadily beginning to fizzle out as they struggle to make a dent in Celtic’s nine-point gap at the Premiership summit, the Ibrox club must defeat their bitter Glasgow rivals when they face off in the Scottish Cup semi-finals at Hampden Park to prevent the Hoops from edging one step closer to completing a clean sweep of trophies this season.
As is often the case when it comes to a transfer window, a number of fringe players and non-first team regulars face an anxious wait to learn their fate. Rangers have as many as nine players out-of-contract at the end of the season and there is sure to be plenty of movement in terms of incomings and outgoings.
Here, we take a look at TEN players that could leave Celtic this summer and SEVEN others that face an uncertain future...
5. Filip Helander - (Leave)
Contract expires: May 2023 - The experienced Swede hasn’t kicked a ball this season and injuries have killed off his chances of earning a new contract. Could be heading back to his homeland, with Malmo thought to be interested in him. Photo: Craig Williamson - SNS Group
6. Nnamdi Ofoborh - (Leave)
Contract expires: May 2025 - The Nigerian central midfielder has not played for the club since signing in 2021 due to a heart problem. Recently posted a cyptic message on social media calling out “mistreatment” to suggest he may already have been shown the exit door. Photo: Rob Casey - SNS Group
7. Steven Davis - (Uncertain)
Contract expires: May 2023 - Like McGregor, finds himself at the tail end of his playing career. The Northern Ireland captain suffered a season-ending injury and should he fail to make a full recovery, Michael Beale has hinted a coaching role within the club could be a potential option. Photo: ANDY BUCHANAN
8. Ryan Jack - (Uncertain)
Contract expires: May 2023 - Michael Beale has gone on record stating he would like to keep hold of the Scotland international but will be mindful of his game time due to his past injury record. It seems likely Jack will agree to sign fresh terms but could he be swayed if not guaranteed a regular start? | Getty Images