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Rangers set to streamline their squad after Russell Martin’s summer overhaul leaves him with an overcrowded dressing room.
Rangers have already sanctioned the departure of Robin Propper to FC Twente and are close to finalising Jefte’s move to Palmeiras.
Jose Cifuentes and Rabbi Matondo may also be set for exits, but it is a potential decision over one of the club’s brightest youth prospects that could present the toughest dilemma.
Motherwell eye Bailey Rice loan move
Bailey Rice enjoyed a breakthrough campaign with Rangers in 2024/25, making 10 senior appearances. According to the Daily Record (15 August), Motherwell are keen to bring the 18-year-old midfielder back to Fir Park on a season-long loan.
Rice came through the Well’s youth academy before switching to Ibrox in 2022, and a return could suit all parties.
With Lennon Miller sold to Udinese for a club-record fee, Motherwell have a void in midfield, while Rice would likely benefit from consistent first-team football.
As Stuart Kettlewell’s side prepare their formal approach, Russell Martin faces a key decision over how regularly Rice will feature for Rangers this season.
The opportunity to develop elsewhere may outweigh the sporadic minutes he could receive in Glasgow.
Martin faces pressure as Rangers boss
Martin’s position is already under scrutiny despite only being appointed in the summer. Dropped points against Motherwell and Dundee in the opening league fixtures have seen supporters and pundits question both his selections and the team’s performances.
This scrutiny hardly creates the right atmosphere for nurturing youth talent.
Throwing inexperienced academy players into high-pressure environments often proves counterproductive, as the weight of expectation can hinder their progress. Even seasoned professionals can falter when the crowd’s patience is thin.
Given the circumstances, a temporary switch to Motherwell may be the smarter route for Rice. He would gain valuable top-flight experience in a less pressurised setting, which in turn could strengthen his long-term prospects at Rangers.
While the decision is far from straightforward, the loan could allow the teenager to continue his upward trajectory while giving Martin more room to stabilise results without the added burden of managing a developing prospect in difficult conditions.
For now, the Rangers board must weigh the benefits of Rice’s immediate involvement against the long-term gains of sending him out on loan.
