Aaron Ramsey: Rangers fans told to ‘hold the celebrations’ as McAvennie ‘surprised’ by what he did against Celtic
Aaron Ramsey’s arrival at Ibrox has changed nothing and will not make Rangers stronger.
That’s according to former Celtic hitman Frank McAvennie, speaking exclusively to Football Insider following the midfielder’s high-profile move to the Gers.
Rangers confirmed the loan arrival of Ramsey, 31, from Juventus on transfer deadline day (31 January).
The midfielder was not included in the squad to face Celtic on Wednesday (2 February) but was at Parkhead for the game.
Ramsey has only played 112 minutes of football this season after struggling to nail down a starting spot in the Juventus side.
As such, McAvennie claims Ramsey will have no impact at Rangers and told the club’s fans to hold their celebrations.
“I don’t think Aaron Ramsey will change anything,” McAvennie told Football Insider correspondent Ben Wild.
“Listen, it’s a big signing. He’s one hell of a player. People keep talking about what kind of player they are going to get.
“He’s barely kicked a ball for three years, that’s not good for anyone.
“He didn’t do it in Italy and his confidence will be kicked a little bit.
“I’m surprised he didn’t make an appearance against Celtic. Why not? Even 10 minutes off the bench would have given Rangers a boost.
“I know the fans are excited, but let’s hold the celebrations until we see which Aaron Ramsey has turned up.”
Rangers lost their place at the top of the Premiership table as they lost 3-0 to Celtic.
They are next in action against Hearts on Sunday (6 February).
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