After doubly special day Jordan Houston can be James Tavernier’s long-term replacement

Add as preferred source on Google

Keeping hold of Rangers’ best players will be key toward their current rise under Steven Gerrard. When it comes to players being linked away with a move from Ibrox, only Alfredo Morelos probably tops captain James Tavernier.

The right-back has been linked with the likes of Brighton, West Brom and Turkish clubs in recent times.

If Rangers do ever lose Tavernier, they might already have a ready-made replacement in Jordan Houston.

Yesterday he came into the action in a friendly against HJK Helsinki. It was his first appearance at Ibrox and Rangers fans are rightly excited about the talented teenager.

It was a doubly special day, as he was also celebrating his 19th birthday.

Similar in style to Tavernier, it could be argued he actually has the ability to be a better defender than the Englishman.

Gerrard now has a decision to make with the player this month. Right now, with Tavernier and Jon Flanagan at his disposal, Houston has little chance of first-team football.

Sending him out on loan for the final six months of the season could be a smart decision regarding Houston’s development.

With ten days left of the transfer window, Houston should be allowed to move away from Ibrox. However, it will only be a temporary move, as Houston might be the long-term replacement for the current Rangers captain.