Rangers Coach Hopeful of Dessers’ Return for Crucial Champions League Tie
Rangers head coach Russell Martin has expressed optimism about the potential return of Nigerian striker Cyriel Dessers for the team’s UEFA Champions League playoff tie against Club Brugge. Dessers suffered a knee injury in the Light Blues’ match against Viktoria Plzen last week and subsequently missed the League Cup clash with Alloa Athletic.
Speaking to reporters at a press conference on Monday, Martin revealed that Dessers’ participation in the upcoming game is uncertain, describing his status as “touch and go.” Martin stated, “I think big Cyriel’s probably the only concern really. So he’ll be touch and go.”
The Rangers will host the first leg of the tie at Ibrox on Tuesday, and the return of Dessers would be a significant boost to the team. The Nigerian international has been a vital part of the Rangers’ squad, and his absence was felt in the League Cup match against Alloa Athletic.
Martin’s comments suggest that the team is cautiously optimistic about Dessers’ return, but a final decision will likely be made closer to the match. If Dessers is unable to play, it could be a significant blow to the Rangers’ chances of advancing in the Champions League.
The match against Club Brugge is crucial for the Rangers, who are looking to make a strong start in the competition. A win would give the team a significant advantage going into the second leg, while a loss could make it difficult for them to recover.
With the stakes high, the Rangers will be hoping that Dessers can recover in time to play a key role in the match. If he is unable to participate, the team will need to rely on other players to step up and fill the void.
