Defeat is never an option for Rangers, but Philippe Clement will be under even more pressure if his team comes back from Tannadice without three points.
Dundee United have yet to lose a game since bouncing back from relegation to the Championship and the manager should have his squad prepared for a tough afternoon on Sunday.
Former player Peter Lovenkrands suffered the highs and lows of being a Rangers striker and reckons that there should be one target as domestic action kicks off again.
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Peter Lovenkrands details one Rangers need for Tannadice trip
Speaking to STV, the great Dane urged his old team to just go out and get the job done, whatever it takes:
“The players will be itching to get back out there and bounce back (from the defeat to Celtic).
“The main thing will be to just go out there and get a result and hopefully get themselves back on track.
“There will be a lot of things (that need changed) but it’s not for me to stand here and say what the coach has to do, that wouldn’t be fair. I’ve got my opinions but I’ll keep them to myself.
“It’s about bouncing back, the best way to get the fans back on side is to get results and get back to winning ways, so three points in the next game is all that matters.
“The fans will be there, like they always are, they will always come in their numbers so it’s just all about bouncing back and getting the win and getting back on track.”
Lovenkrands is right as pressure builds on Rangers
Lovenkrands was on co-commentary duty for the Old Firm for Rangers TV and was well spoken and insightful throughout.
The 44-year old was highlighting issues with Cyriel Dessers pressing as well as the gap between the defence and midfield when Rangers had possession.
Currently without a club, John Bennett could do a lot worse than bringing such an experienced figure back to Auchenhowie to lend a hand.
Playing for Rangers isn’t always about systems, formations and styles of play.
Lovenkrands is right, sometimes it’s just about winning.
There have been no serious injuries reported following the international break and Clement will have looked at the derby and seen who he can trust when the chips are down.
Nicolas Raskin and Oscar Cortes will be fitter and closer to starting whilst new signings Nedim Bajrami and Neraysho Kasanwirjo will also be competing for a place in the line-up.
As the former Gers flyer stated, changes are needed, just what and how many are down to Philippe Clement.
