Tavernier to miss Old Firm as Rangers captain ruled out for 'a ...
The right-back will miss the game against Celtic after a scan showed 'clear damage'.
news.stv.tvHere’s a quick update on the latest news regarding James Tavernier.
- Several outlets in late 2024 noted transfer rumors around Tavernier, with speculation linking him to Turkish club Trabzonspor and discussions about possible moves during the next transfer window.[1]
- In February 2025, Rangers interim head coach Barry Ferguson publicly stated Tavernier would remain captain for the remainder of the season, reinforcing his leadership role despite managerial changes.[2]
- Reports around late December 2024 described Tavernier being ruled out of an Old Firm clash due to a damaging scan, keeping him out for a few weeks, which kept fans awaiting his recovery and return to the lineup.[3]
- In 2025 and 2026, ongoing coverage from Rangers-focused outlets and aggregators continued to discuss Tavernier’s form, captaincy status, and potential implications of any announced departures or tactical shifts, with pundits frequently debating his future at Rangers and how it might affect the squad’s leadership structure.[4][5][9][10]
If you’d like, I can narrow this to a specific timeframe (e.g., last 6 months) or focus on credible sources from a particular region (UK outlets vs. international). I can also pull the latest verified headlines from a few major outlets and summarize them for you.