Philippe Clement has provided an update on Danilo ahead of the Premier Sports Cup match against St Johnstone. Rangers fans are eager to see the £6m striker make an impact, especially after a lengthy absence due to injury. With high expectations resting on Danilo, his performance could be crucial for the team’s success in the competition.
Philippe Clement has given a clear update on Danilo ahead of the Premier Sports Cup match against St Johnstone
The club was falling out of contention for the £40m Champions League, and their £6m striker was absent in both legs.
Rangers’ media team promptly removed a video showing the former Feyenoord star limping onto the pitch. Subsequently, Philippe Clement addressed and dismissed any speculation about a new injury to Danilo.
Danilo is, of course, coming back from a prolonged knee injury that sidelined him for most of last season.
Clement, possibly influenced by the recent injury of long-term absentee Oscar Cortes during the match against Hearts, has been cautious about reintegrating the forward into competitive play.
Before the Premier Sports Cup match against St Johnstone, Philippe Clement updated Rangers fans on Danilo and shared when they might see him back on the field.
Danilo set to make his return against St Johnstone
Philippe Clement’s press conference had a part that has been kept under wraps before the Premier Sports Cup game against St Johnstone.
The Gers are set to host the Perthshire side at Hampden, with a 5:45 pm kickoff at the national stadium. This match could pose a potential challenge for the club.
Rangers face a no-win situation at Hampden. If they don’t win, it will be a disaster; if they do win, the high expectations will do little to improve the overall negative atmosphere surrounding the club.
In the opening part of his press conference, Philippe Clement provided a squad update, stating that Ridvan Yilmaz could be out for up to six weeks.
In the second part of the interview, Clement announced that Danilo would be included in the squad for the match against St Johnstone and that fans could look forward to seeing the striker play his first competitive game in nine months.
That is, assuming everything goes as expected.
“Danilo is in the selection for tomorrow,” said Clement. “I cannot predict everything before the game, but it’s the idea that he has playing minutes tomorrow.”
Rangers fans are counting on the £6m striker to make an impact
Rangers fans will be excited to see Danilo return to the team after a lengthy period away.
Although the Brazilian has had some playing time in pre-season, you have to go back to December 6, 2023, to find the last time the former Ajax forward played a competitive match for Rangers.
The striker was injured during a 1-0 victory over Hearts and has faced a long recovery. He is among several Rangers players who still need to prove themselves at Ibrox.
The substantial £6m price tag on Danilo only adds to the pressure.
Rangers fans are getting impatient. Even though Danilo is coming back from a severe injury, they have waited a long time to see the expensive forward back in the squad. The excitement is high, and the pressure is on for him to show what he can do.
A year after his move to Glasgow, Danilo has yet to show that he is worth the significant investment.
Suppose Philippe Clement has cleared him to play. In that case, Rangers fans expect Danilo to make an impact on the field, especially as doubts remain about the inconsistent performances of number nine Cyriel Dessers.
Danilo’s injury had a significant effect on last season, disrupting the team’s performance. For Rangers to have any chance of success this season, they need their top players—especially the high-priced ones—on the field. Danilo’s return is crucial, as his presence and skill could make a big difference in the team’s chances.
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