Why didn’t you make any more signings after reaching the Champions League?
As I said before, we did our business early in the window. We had to do it because we had an important start to the season both domestically and in the Champions League. We are more than happy with the squad we have at the moment. We achieved our goal of reaching the Champions League which is a huge achievement for my players. At the end of the window, I was quite relaxed because the squad is there. Of course, you will always keep an eye on possibilities to strengthen your squad with opportunities that will make you better. If that’s not the case, that’s why we decided to not bring in more players. As I said before, I’m happy with the players we have now, reaching the group stages of the Champions League. For me, there are many positives.
Will Tom Lawrence make it tomorrow?
He is not available for tomorrow. Unfortunately, he had more problems the day after the game last week which means he will be out. I don’t expect him back before the international break. He is facing some weeks out. Of course, I'm very excited about the game tomorrow. The first Old Firm of the season, away. We are ready for the task, and we’ve trained well. It’s a very difficult ground to go to but we have everything to play for and we’re ready for the challenge.
Can we get an update on some long-term injuries?
Ben Davies is training at the moment. Kemar Roofe is also close to rejoining the group hopefully in the next couple of weeks. John Souttar and Filip Helander will be a longer absence. I hope I can give you more of an update after the weekend. Ianis Hagi is doing his programme. Hopefully, we get him back after the World Cup break. As I said before, Hagi is on schedule but it is a long-term injury so hopefully, we have him back around Christmas.
How important is tomorrow given Celtic could go five clear but you could go top?
The stakes are always high in an Old Firm. We go out tomorrow to go all in and win the game. If you see all the games we played last season, they were very close. Apart from the game in February. The performance then wasn’t at the level we needed to compete. All the games after, I think the margins were close. That will be the same tomorrow. If you have games so close, it will be decided by details. We need to make sure the details that will make the difference will be on our side.
Has James Tavernier trained this week?
I heard the rumours as well. Tav trained as normal and will be in the squad. I think we are good to go.
Will Alfredo Morelos be in the squad tomorrow?
Yes, Alfredo is in the squad for tomorrow. I had good talks with him last Sunday. I think he understood the message and also worked hard to be back and help the team because he is still a quality player with lots of threats in front of goal. His training this week was very positive. He will be included tomorrow. You want players in the squad who can change games. Alfredo can do that. He is a big threat in front of goal. It gives me another option to play with him. I’m happy for all of us he’s back. He looks positive.
It must be a huge blow losing Tom Lawrence?
Of course, it’s never good to be sidelined as a player. Tom had a great start to his Rangers career and as a coach, it’s disappointing that he is not available for a couple of weeks. You know in football that sometimes happens. We just need to get him back as soon as possible and perform with the players we have available.
Did you get an offer for Glen Kamara?
I always wanted to keep Glen. We get many offers for players, Glen as well. I was always clear with Glen I didn’t want to lose him. Especially as we’re playing for everything this season. I’m really happy he is here as he’s an important part of this squad.
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