Shankland named new Rangers captain

Lawrence Shankland calls captaincy a 'huge honour' as he takes the armband from James Tavernier.

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What happened. Lawrence Shankland has been confirmed as the new captain of Rangers, taking over from James Tavernier.

• Shankland was captain of Hearts under Derek McInnes.
• McInnes handed the armband to several players in pre-season.
• Shankland is a lifelong Rangers supporter.

“Obviously, it's a huge honour for me to be named captain of this football club.”

— Lawrence Shankland

Rangers begin their Premiership season at Dundee United on Friday night.

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