Rangers have failed to mount any sort of substantial challenge to their arch rivals, Celtic, on the domestic soil after their promotion back to the Scottish top flight. There have been moments this season when the Gers collapsed like a house of cards and have arguably been absolutely mediocre as compared the Bhoys. The scenario doesn’t look inclined towards the stride of Rangers and although Pedro Caixinha’s infant regime might have been spared from getting stick, he will face the heat on a much larger scale in the next campaign.
One of the key aspects which Caixinha would look to solidify once the curtains of the summer transfer window get lifted is his defensive setup. The backline of the Light Blues have been timorous at times and needs to be tightened up with paramount urgency. With the contracts of veteran central defenders in the shapes of Phillippe Senderos and Clint Hill due to expire at the end of the ongoing season, the former Al-Gharafa boss would be seeking for reinforcements to take the club forward in the right direction.
Latest reports have suggested that the Glasgow-based outfit are plotting for a move to lure Motherwell centre-back Ben Heneghan to the Ibrox Stadium. Heneghan’s contract expires in the summer of 2018 and with Motherwell fighting to reach the safety point in the Scottish Premiership, he might be tempted by a move to embrace new endeavours, particularly if the Steelmen fail to keep their nose above the water. Rangers would definitely be eyeing for quality and considering the calibre which the 23-year-old possesses, he certainly ticks a lot of boxes of a reliable defender around whom Caixinha can construct his core team.
The Englishman emerged through the youth ranks of Everton and Stoke before being snapped up by Chester. He was brought to the Fir Park in the summer on a two-year deal and has been excellent for his current employers this season. Heneghan is an archetypal player who is tall, strong and looks very assured with the ball.
Starting his career as a right-back, he was quick to adopt the central defensive role and has thrived stupendously and no wonder why the clubs like Reading and Cardiff City are also interested in attaining his signature. Considering his age and the impressive level of developments he has successfully manoeuvred, he would certainly be a solid addition for the Teddy Bears and aid them in their quest of going toe-to-toe with Brendan Rodgers’ men.
