Rangers player completes loan switch to SPFL club as he follows in footsteps of 'successful' star
Highly rated youngster is headed for the Scottish Championship
Rangers midfielder Callum Adamson is ‘over the moon’ to complete his loan switch to Championship side Raith Rovers as he follows in the footsteps of last season’s success story Paul Nsio.
Adamson, 19, enjoyed a successful spell at Alloa Athletic last season and has is now stepping up a level to the second tier. He now joins Kyle Glasgow, Max Cameron, Zebedee Lawson, Aiden McCallion and Lewis Stewart on the list of promising Gers academy graduates who are out on loan.
Defensive midfielder Nsio has also moved up a level after a successful spell at Rovers last season. The 20-year old finalised his short term switch to St Mirren last month after winning the Young Player of the Year award at Stark’s Park. Rangers are now hoping Adamson can follow suit.
Adamson on Raith loan switch
Upon finalising the deal, via the Raith club website, the youngster said: “I’m over the moon to sign for Raith Rovers. I’m buzzing to be here now, to work under Dougie and get in with the boys. There was a lot of interest from Dougie, and there were a few other teams who were interested. I had a few individual chats with Dougie, and what he told me about the standards, what they’re aiming for this season, and where I’ll fit. It made it a standout for me.
“I’m one of those players that feels like I’ve got both sides of the game. I enjoy the physical side of it and, if you lose the ball, have those those reactions and tackles. At the same time, I’ve got that wee bit of composure and can get my foot on the ball and find a pass. This year, I want to add goals and assists.”
Light Blues wish Adamson well on loan adventure
Despite not making any Rangers first-team appearances, the playmaker had been named in several European squads. His match experience has mostly been gained through the B team and Alloa, however now playing in the highly-competitive Scottish Championship, regular minutes at a respected level can only aid his development.
Rangers announced Adamson’s short term departure via their club website - where they made reference to the ‘successful’ spell of Nsio. Their statement read: “He (Adamson) will now make the step up to the second tier with the Stark's Park outfit, where fellow midfielder Paul Nsio benefitted from a successful loan spell last term. Everyone at Rangers wishes Calum the very best of luck for the campaign ahead.”