Dave King shares what he told James Tavernier in phone call day after Rangers title triumph

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Glasgow Rangers majority shareholder Dave King has revealed what he told Ibrox captain James Tavernier the day after Steven Gerrard’s side clinched the Scottish Premiership title.

Tavernier joined Rangers in the summer of 2015, former Ibrox boss Mark Warburton snapping him up from English outfit Wigan along with Martyn Waghorn.

The 29-year-old has since clocked up 284 competitive appearances for the Gers, registering 63 goals and 89 assists, as well as of course earning himself the armband.

While it wasn’t plain sailing for the full-back, with sections of the fanbase having previously criticised him, he’s been nothing short of sensational this season.

Tavernier has made 29 Premiership appearances this term, netting 11 goals and claiming 10 assists, as Rangers cruised to their 55th title, their first since 2011.

King, the Gers majority shareholder and former chairman, has been integral to the club’s return to glory after they were demoted to the fourth tier back in 2012.

Saturday marked six years to the day since he took over the running of the club, and Sky Sports mentioned this fact to him in an exclusive interview on Monday.

“I did not know that but wish I had known that because I phoned Tav this morning to thank him for everything he has done for the club as captain,” King replied.

“I told him he knew more than any of the other players what this means and I hope all the players realise what it means to Rangers Football Club but him more than anyone.”

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For Tavernier to be nearing 300 competitive appearances and counting for Rangers is testament to his quality and reliability.

Despite prior criticism from some quarters, Gerrard regularly stuck up for his player, and this season, he and the Gers contingent and fans have all reaped the benefits.