American international Matt Polster has told the Daily Record why he chose to move to Rangers during the January transfer window – and admitted playing under Steven Gerrard was a bonus.
The 25-year-old signed up just before the transfer deadline after impressing on trial and became the Gers’ fourth signing of the window.
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“When I got the interest from Rangers, I was like: ‘Holy s***. Wow, this is a big opportunity for me,’” Polster told the
“It was something I wanted to do, to challenge myself.
“I want to play at a high standard where there’s real expectation. That’s what this club is all about.
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After missing most of the 2018 season through injury, Polster will be hoping to make an immediate impact in Scotland.
The 25-year-old is comfortable in midfield of at right-back and will give Gerrard a different option.
Polster’s Chicago Fire contract expired in December and the midfielder earned himself a tw0-and-a-half-year deal at Ibrox.
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Once he’s match-fit, he’ll push James Tavernier for a starting place as he looks to establish himself.
The 25-year-old made his international debut in 2018 against Bosnia.