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Reported Jak Alnwick move hints Wes Foderingham has Rangers future

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Rangers goalkeeper Jak Alnwick has reportedly had a medical with a view to a move to League One Blackpool, according to Football Insider.
The 26-year-old joined Rangers from Port Vale back in 2015 but has struggled to break through into the Gers side.
But what does this prospective move mean for fellow back-up goalkeeper Wes Foderingham?

The normally reliable Wes Foderingham joined Rangers under Mark Warburton 2015. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

The Rangers stalwart is one of the club’s longest-serving players and the back-up to first-choice goalkeeper Allan McGregor.
Now 28, many would think the talented stopper would want to move on to find more first-team football. Wes himself suggested so at the end of last season.

But with Rangers needing a solid back-up option to Allan McGregor, would they let both Jak Alnwick and Wes Foderingham leave?
Some encouraging displays from Fods pre-season also suggest Wes is gearing up for the campaign ahead.
Allan McGregor is the current Rangers number one. (Photo by Mark Runnacles/Getty Images)

Despite playing second fiddle to undisputed Rangers number one Greegsy, Wes remains fondly thought of by Gers fans.
During his time as the Ibrox number one, Foderingham put in some solid displays but seemed to struggle with long-range efforts and his kicking at times.

But he has stuck around and his determination to succeed at Ibrox may well stand him in good stead going forward.
Perhaps the experience of working alongside McGregor has also had a positive influence on him.
Jak Alnwick spent last season on loan at Scunthorpe. (Photo by David Shipman – CameraSport via Getty Images)

Could the Englishman be willing to stay and fight for the jersey at Ibrox this season?
If he doesn’t, the club will need to re-enter the market for a goalkeeper.
Youth goalkeeper Robby McCrorie has joined Queen of the South on-loan [Daily Record], whilst fellow goalkeeper Andy Firth is considered a third-choice goalkeeper.