Rangers TV pundit raises Kyogo Furuhashi fears after what he’s seen ahead of Celtic – ‘incredible’
Alan Hutton has admitted he is worried about Rangers facing a fully fit Kyogo Furuhashi after what he saw from Celtic against Ross County.
Speaking exclusively to Football Insider, the former Gers defender and Rangers TV pundit was blown away by the 27-year-old’s “incredible” movement.
Furuhashi scored the Bhoys’ opener en route to a 2-0 win against County.
It was the striker’s first goal since December following his return from a serious hamstring injury.
Hutton admitted he was worried when the Japan international came on against Rangers in the Scottish Cup semi-final.
He revealed his fears have only risen ahead of Sunday’s league meeting after Furuhashi’s latest performance.
Hutton told Football Insider’s Russell Edge: “His movement’s incredible. I was worried when he came on the pitch at Hampden thinking he could create something.
“It didn’t quite work out but against Ross County, if you put the balls into areas, he makes clever runs. The ball from Jota for him to score between two big defenders shows you what he’s all about.
“He just plays with a smile on his face. He always looks happy and wants to give his all. For him to be out that long, to come back and turn it on that quickly just shows you the type of character he is.“
Asked how worried he is now, Hutton said: “It’s not ideal, with Celtic being at home. He got those minutes into his legs at Hampden and against Ross County.
“He came off but he got his goal, so he’s in a good place at this moment in time. Fully fit, ready to go for what will be a huge Old Firm game where he’ll be looking to play his part.”
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