SpotlightSky SportsUnverified source· 19 Aug 2026
McInnes backs Shankland to shine for Rangers
Despite a slow start, the Rangers boss insists his captain will make a big impact.
L. Shankland
player
Age
30
Position
Striker
Club
Rangers
Nationality
Scotland
Key stat
Scored 20-odd goals a season at Hearts
What happened. Derek McInnes defended Lawrence Shankland's role at Rangers, saying he will have a 'big influence' despite being benched recently.
- Shankland was on the bench for the 5-1 win over St Mirren.
- He has scored one goal so far, a penalty in the Europa League qualifier.
- McInnes signed 11 new players this summer, including Shankland.
“He is too good not to score regularly.”
— Derek McInnes
Rangers face Jablonec in the Conference League play-off on Thursday.
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