Leon King, Cole McKinnon, Robbie Fraser, and Ross McCausland had all been offered opportunities by Clement when the final whistle against Dundee sounded at Ibrox.
They all said something constructive and showed why Auchenhowie is a nearly unexplored resource.
Robbie Fraser is a perfect example.
There has been a problem at left-back in recent weeks and months; Borna Barisic has appeared as though he may be leaving at the conclusion of the season, forcing Dujon Sterling to step in.
Though it’s always nice to look back, Clement must be scratching his head wondering why he didn’t take a closer look at the B team captain after his performance against Dundee.
Being loyal is an underappreciated trait, and Fraser was obviously eager to impress as a devoted bluenose:
“I have been at the club for 14 years, so I have experienced everything, so this is a big milestone for me. It’s a significant occasion not just for me but also for my friends, family, and other loved ones.
Coming in at Ibrox and scoring three points in front of the supporters is something that young boys dream of, and it doesn’t get much better.
Even if it’s always pleasant to reflect, Clement must be wondering why, in the wake of the B team captain’s performance against Dundee, he didn’t examine him more closely.
It’s not often that people recognise the value of loyalty, and Fraser was clearly keen to make an impression as a faithful bluenose:
“This is a significant accomplishment for me because I have been at the club for 14 years and have seen it all. It’s a momentous occasion for my friends, family, and other loved ones as well as for me.
Little boys fantasise about arriving at Ibrox and scoring three points in front of the fans, and it doesn’t get much better.
It was a significant occasion for me tonight. “I have been very patient, and it is something I pride myself on—being patient, chipping away, and keeping working hard and hopefully the rewards will come.”
Rangers mattered to players like Fraser, King, McKinnon, and McCausland because they were raised as supporters and would sacrifice anything for the team.
Fraser, who turns 21 in the summer, is at a turning point in his career.
Although Ridvan Yilmaz was kept on longer than advised, Rangers didn’t miss his departure, which speaks volumes about how brilliantly he played. He will undoubtedly have several offers from the SPFL.
Nearly all of the attacking threat from the left side has vanished in recent weeks as Barisic started to replace Ridvan.
Players such as Fraser, King, McKinnon, and McCausland were raised as Rangers supporters and would do everything for the team, which made them important to them.
Fraser, who will turn 21 in the summer, finds himself in a pivotal moment of his career.
Rangers didn’t miss Ridvan Yilmaz’s departure despite his being retained longer than recommended, which says volumes about his excellent play. The SPFL will surely make him a number of proposals.
All of the left side’s offensive danger has virtually disappeared in recent weeks as Barisic has begun to take Ridvan’s place.
Rangers may be losing out on a rising talent who is right at their doorstep if they don’t replace experienced players like Borna Barisic, Ryan Jack, John Lundstram, and Kemar Roofe.
