Rangers manager Philippe Clement will be placing square pegs in round holes against Kilmarnock this weekend due to injury-enforced absences.
The Belgian has been left short of pace and width, with the likes of Abdallah Sima, Rabbi Matondo and Danilo all remaining on the sidelines. Last weekend’s performance during the 2-1 win over St Mirren in Paisley was laboured and Clement will demand a stronger showing when they take on the Ayrshire club on Sunday.
Fourth-placed Killie will provide stern opposition at Ibrox, with PFA Scotland Manager of the Year nominee Derek McInnes building a well-organised team that are almost certain to secure European football next term.
With that in mind, GlasgowWorld has taken a look at the likely Gers starting XI to face Kilmarnock at Ibrox:
5. Borna Barisic - LB
Yilmaz is still doubtful and despite rumours of him agreeing a move to Turkish side Trabzonspor, the Croatian is likely to continue deputising at left-back this weekend. | SNS Group
6. John Lundstram - CM
Hasn't been performing to his maximum of late and perhaps transfer speculation and his ongoing contract situation has impacted him. A case can be made to drop him, but Clement has continued to keep the faith in him. | SNS Group
7. Mohamed Diomande - CM
Possesses a lot of strong attributes and isn't afraid to try his luck from distance. Brings real drive and energy in the midfield engine room. | SNS Group
8. Todd Cantwell - CAM
Can be a real creative spark or anonymous at times, much depends on what Todd Cantwell turns up. | SNS Group