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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
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Stewart Wilson

I told Rangers to sign Lawrence Shankland last year, he was the 'top priority'

(Image: Luke Nickerson/Rangers FC/Shutterstock)

Barry Ferguson has revealed Lawrence Shankland was his No.1 transfer target for Rangers a year before the striker’s eventual move to Ibrox, saying the deal was “an absolute no brainer”.

The former captain and coach believes the club missed a major opportunity to land the Scotland striker earlier and admits he was left puzzled when a move failed to materialise, despite Shankland’s proven goal record and suitability for the demands at Ibrox.

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