With the signing of fresh contract terms, James Tavernier has warned that Rangers 55th Scottish title is just the start.
The aim is further success and sustained dominance, with captain Tavernier pledging to raise his game to the next level to lead the fight.
He spoke today about the challenge ahead – evoking memories of treble and multiple title winning captains such as Richard Gough, Barry Ferguson and David Weir:
“I am delighted to extend my contract at this magnificent club. As soon as I arrived six years ago, I soon realised how massive this club is.
“It isn’t a club really – it’s an institution.”
“To captain Rangers to our historic 55th title is a memory I will hold forever. It is a privilege and an honour to pull on the famous royal blue, and adding the captain’s armband makes it even more special.”
“As we celebrate our 150th anniversary, I am mindful that there is much more work to be done to ensure we uphold the values of Rangers.
“I will continue to strive to be better as a player, captain and make sure we continue to set the standard higher than before. 55 wasn’t the end of the journey, it was only the beginning.”
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Since joining from Wigan in Summmer 2015, the Bradford-born player has matured and developed significantly as a footballer and a leader.
He has been through so much, from despair to delight, in line with Rangers rise back into the Premiership with the reign of Steven Gerrard acting as the catalyst to enable the evolution of the club as well as the culmination of title number 55.
The challenge, as Tavernier is aware, is to consolidate domestically, to improve further and to reach the next level in Europe.
Champions League football is now just two qualifying rounds away – it is a massive incentive and a hard won reward for the team, with the skipper having witnessed it all.