Kevin Muscat Focused on Shanghai Port Role Amid Rangers Links

Kevin Muscat, who has served as Shanghai Port manager since December, is reportedly concentrating on his current position and the club’s Asian Champions League campaign. This focus comes amidst recent speculation connecting him to his former club, Rangers. (Record) Philippe Clement’s status as Rangers manager is reportedly secure at least until after Thursday’s Europa League fixture against Nice. Despite Saturday’s home draw with Dundee United, there are no immediate plans for a decision regarding his future. (Football Insider) Rangers’ Dutch defender, Robin Propper, has commented on the perceived “lack of patience” within Scottish football and the common occurrence of “long balls.” (Sun) Adrian Illie, a former Romania striker and a family friend, has suggested that Rangers midfielder Ianis Hagi could potentially transfer to Borussia Monchengladbach in January for £2m. (National) Concurrently, Rangers are reportedly nearing an agreement to sign Hearts and Scotland striker Lawrence Shankland during the January transfer window. Shankland’s contract is set to expire next summer, making a potential cut-price deal feasible. (Football Insider)