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Former Rangers captain backs Ross McCrorie recall against Celtic

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Lee McCulloch has previewed the upcoming Old Firm, in his Evening Times column.
The Gers triumphed 1-0 over their biggest rivals back at Ibrox back in December, and the former Rangers captain believes adopting the same tactics could see a repeat result on Sunday.

McCrorie celebrates with Scott Arfield at the final whistle. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

Energy, high press and dogged determination were all features of that dominant display.
One person who can certainly bring those things to the table is Ross McCrorie.
The youngster clearly has a bright future for the Gers, but has found himself frozen out recently.

Glen Kamara’s form has reduced him to just one substitute appearances since 16 February.
Kamara has been strutting his stuff with Finland over the last week. (Photo by TF-Images/Getty Images)

“I can see Ross McCrorie coming into the team to add that bit of needle”, McCulloch wrote in the Evening Times.
“He covers the ground well, he matches his runners and he is strong in the tackle.

“He is a really disciplined football player and character and he is good in the air so he can do his bit at set plays, both for and against. I think he could be one of the main men to help Rangers get a performance and a result on the day.”

Can the manager fit him in?

It’s hard to disagree with McCulloch’s reasoning here.

McCrorie offers total commitment in midfield. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

McCrorie was superb at Ibrox back in December and got plenty of football under his belt as Scotland U21 captain this week.
The major quandary, though, is how to fit him into the team.
Gerrard needs to strike a balance between attack and defence and has a multitude of options to choose from in midfield.
The likes of Steven Davis, Ryan Jack, Scott Arfield, McCrorie, and Kamara, are battling for just three midfield spots.