Philippe Clement makes Hamza Igamane decision – Rangers predicted XI v Dundee

Philippe Clement is expected to make three changes as his Rangers side returns to Ibrox against Dundee in the quarter-finals of the Premier Sports Cup.

 

Having started the season at Hampden Park due to delayed redevelopment works, the Gers will finally play their first match of the season at Ibrox with a place in the semi-finals at stake.

Although his side returned to winning ways with a 1-0 victory at Dundee United last time out, Clement could still axe Robin Propper, Kieran Dowell and Cyriel Dessers.

 

Hamza Igamane impressed off the bench at Tannadice and could be rewarded with his first start, while fellow new signings Nedim Bajrami and Neraysho Kasanwirjo should also come in for their full debuts.

 

Hamza Igamane has to start for Rangers v Dundee

Clement will be hesitant to make too many changes to a winning team despite the League Cup having no bearing on their Premiership fortunes, with Jack Butland likely to keep his place between the sticks.

Continuity could also be key as the Gers make their long-awaited return to Ibrox, with John Souttar and Jefte set to be retained and James Tavernier likely to lead the side out of the tunnel.

 

The defensive change which should come, however, is Propper. He’s struggled to hit the heights expected of him after signing this summer and should come out of the side for Kasanwirjo.

The deep-lying midfield duo of Connor Barron and Mohamed Diomande is fast-becoming a fixture for Clement’s side, and they’ll continue to sit behind the front four.

Tom Lawrence’s early winner against Dundee United means the Welshman could continue in attacking midfield, but Bajrami’s big-money arrival on Deadline Day make him the clear choice in this role.