Allan McGregor is set to continue playing at Rangers for another year.
The veteran shot-stopper had taken time out after the Scottish Cup final to consider his future.
And while the McGregor camp and the club insist a deal has yet to be agreed, it’s believed the player is leaning towards playing on.
McGregor enjoyed a Scottish Cup final cameo last month which appeared at the time to be an emotional Ibrox farewell.
However, after tying down fellow veteran Steven Davis on a 12-month extension, the club are keen to keep the experienced keeper.
Record Sport understands Rangers could offer the keeper a coaching element, similar to striker Jermain Defoe when he extended 12 months ago, to any deal struck between the two parties. But it’s thought McGregor is not keen on a coaching role.
It’s also believed McGregor may not be guaranteed the No. 1 position with Jon McLaughlin also in contention for that position.
The veteran would instead be one of the back-ups to McLaughlin, or any incoming keeper, along with Robby McCrorie.
However, the 40-year-old’s vast experience is seen as being vital to the Ibrox side as well as his knowledge of the club.
McGregor has spent 15 years as part of the first time squad over two spells after coming through the youth ranks.
But after Davis was handed a new deal, the club have now progressed negotiations with McGregor.
Rangers boss Giovanni van Bronckhorst hinted at a deal for his keeper at the end of the season.
The Dutchman, speaking in the final week of the campaign, said: “You always need a balance and mix between experienced players and talents.
“We’re sitting down with all the experienced players after the season.”
