As Ross McCausland improves by the game, it’s clear the Gers have won a watch by holding off the likes of Newcastle United to tie the Rangers winger down.
As one Northern Irish Ibrox legend bows out in Steven Davis, another emerges in the young Ulster winger who has been the club’s breakthrough star of 2023/24.
Ever since being handed his chance by Davo during the legendary midfielder’s interim stint in charge as manager, McCausland hasn’t looked back and in recent weeks is growing more-and-more accomplished with every passing on-field minute.
Ross McCausland flying at Rangers
Whilst Ross McCausland and Steven Davis play in different positions, there is a distinct similarity in how the two hold themselves in and around the club and media.
Both have a quiet confidence and relentless work ethic, a deep respect and silent focus, and it’s clear Davis has had an impact on the winger.
That being said, the steady progress of last few months has been on McCausland’s own merit and there’s a reason why the St James’ Park billionaires had their head turned at the turn of the year.
Despite his tender age, the 20-year-old has started seven of Rangers’ last eight Scottish Premiership fixtures.
The one he didn’t start – the 1-0 win away to St Mirren – the Northern Irish international was subbed on at half-time.
Big future for Northern Ireland talent
With Rangers resurgent in the second half of the season, and Ross McCausland playing the overwhelming majority of it, perhaps the Ibrox winger’s contribution has been understated.
Forcing the save out of Kelle Roos which allowed Rabbi Matondo to follow up and score the opener v Aberdeen, Ross McCausland also teed up Todd Cantwell perfectly v Livingston at the weekend.
He hugs the touchline and take smart, progressive touches into the opposition half, capable of both playing a forward pass and constructing moves all on his own out wide.
There is a real talent in the winger and – as unassuming as his personality might be at times – something tells us this is the beginning of a bright career in football.
A product of the Linfield Academy who did his time in the youth set-up of Rangers, should Newcastle United reignite their interest in the future then they will absolutely have to cough up.
