‘I Could See It’ – BBC Analyst Claims Greg Taylor Would Be a Great Fit for Rangers

The fact that Rangers are still involved in a Europa League quarter-final is a strange contradiction in what has been a dismal campaign.

Despite the European progress, the team has broken records this season—unfortunately, for all the wrong reasons.

Barry Ferguson’s future as manager appears all but decided following the recent defeat to Hibernian.

His chances of remaining in the role beyond this season are virtually nonexistent. However, the managerial issue isn’t the only one facing the club.

Chief Executive James Bisgrove and Chairman John Bennett are aligned with Patrick Stewart’s vision of appointing a new sporting director.

The aim is to allow Nils Koppen to focus exclusively on player recruitment, particularly as the club begins the search for a new long-term manager.

Multiple areas within the squad need urgent attention, but one of the more surprising rumours currently circulating is the potential signing of Celtic left-back Greg Taylor.

The speculation has certainly raised a few eyebrows among the Rangers support.

BBC’s Scottish Football Podcast on April 8th featured panelist Craig Telfer, who also co-hosts A View From the Terrace.

Telfer admitted he sees the value in the move, although he acknowledged that it’s highly unlikely.

“I could imagine it happening, but honestly, the rivalry between Rangers and Celtic makes it very improbable,” Telfer said.

“You almost never see players switch directly between the two clubs, especially not at the senior level.

Off the top of my head, I can’t name anyone who’s made that move.”

He continued, “That said, if it did happen, Taylor would be a great addition for Rangers. He’s proven he can handle the pressure of playing for a big club.

He’s mentally strong, has been written off a number of times, but consistently bounces back. I thought he was particularly effective under Ange Postecoglou—very tactically aware.”

“So yes, on paper, it’s a move that makes sense. But due to the intense rivalry, it still feels unlikely.”

The idea of Taylor moving to Ibrox might seem far-fetched, but it’s worth serious consideration.

For one, he may be a more dependable option than current left-backs Jefte and Ridvan Yilmaz.

There’s also the fact that Taylor would come without a transfer fee, making him a financially shrewd option.

At 27, he brings experience and, being a Scotland international, fits the growing need for domestic talent at the club. Moreover, he wouldn’t command an inflated wage.

This situation echoes former defender Craig Moore’s recommendation to sign Daizen Maeda—a move that former director Ross Wilson rejected due to concerns about mimicking Celtic’s recruitment model in Japan.

Telfer’s comments hold weight. Character and resilience—qualities Taylor has shown in abundance—are exactly what Rangers have been missing.

Perhaps he’s strayed in the past, but if Ibrox is to become a place of redemption, then maybe this “lost sheep” deserves a return to the fold.