Defender blow could be massive: Three things learned about Rangers in defeat v Celtic
COMMENT Rangers title hopes all but came to an end on Sunday afternoon after falling to a 3-2 Old Firm defeat at Ibrox in the…
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David Weir: Rangers is the best place for this defender to improve
Former Rangers captain David Weir believes defender David Bates should sign a new contract at Ibrox as the Gers are the “best place” for the…
‘Put your print on him’ – Rangers enforcer thinks he will keep Celtic striker in his pocket
Rangers defender David Bates is relishing the SPL battle that awaits him against Celtic on Sunday and the challenge of testing himself against Hoops striker Moussa Dembele.…
David Bates: This is what Rangers fans will do if they see players in the streets
Rangers defender David Bates thinks the Gers fans will let the Ibrox side’s stars know just how important Sunday’s Old Firm clash with Celtic is.…
David Bates: This is what is key for Rangers to earn win against Celtic
Rangers centre-back David Bates has revealed what he believes is the key to victory in Sunday’s Old Firm derby at Ibrox. The 21-year-old claims that…
David Bates makes claim about Rangers cheers after drawing Celtic in cup
Rangers defender David Bates has claimed the cheers after being drawn to face Old Firm rivals Celtic weren’t over-confidence but would have happened regardless who…
Rangers player using clash v Celtic as platform for international call-up
Rangers defender David Bates believes Sunday’s Old Firm clash with Celtic at Ibrox can help him force his way into Alex McLeish’s Scotland squad. Bates…
David Bates names Rangers fringe player as one of two major advantages ahead of Celtic clash
Rangers defender David Bates believes that the experience of Kenny Miller and having a number of players who support the club are two major advantages…
‘Moment of silliness’ – Muirhead makes claim about flashpoint with Rangers star
Falkirk captain Aaron Muirhead has claimed he didn’t punch Rangers defender David Bates during the Gers’ 4-1 Scottish Cup win on Sunday and said it…
Staggering referee decisions after attacks on Rangers star are beyond a joke
COMMENT Scottish football has long had a reputation for being a bit rougher than the likes of the Premier League or La Liga but some…
Graeme Murty: This Rangers first teamer is not quite the finished article yet
Rangers manager Graeme Murty thinks central defender David Bates can force his way into Alex McLeish’s Scotland plans – but insists the 21-year-old is still…
Yet another impressive display by Rangers 21-yr-old, Allen must get contract situation sorted
COMMENT Rangers centre-back David Bates turned in yet another impressive display for the Gers in their 4-1 win over St Johnstone on Tuesday night. The…
Graeme Murty: Rangers defender is improving
Graeme Murty has praised the performance of David Bates in recent weeks, as the Gers have emerged as challengers to Celtic. The 21-year-old has been…
'Give me the absolute fear' – Rangers fans blast 21-yr-old despite win v Hearts
Rangers fans on Twitter have blasted David Bates for his performance against Hearts, as the player has struggled to deal with Kyle Lafferty, in a…
Mark Allen has no choice but to seal key Rangers deal after devastating reported McCrorie blow
COMMENT Rangers director of football Mark Allen must seal a new contract for Gers defender David Bates after reports claimed Ross McCrorie could miss the…
Insider responds to speculation key Rangers player has gone AWOL from training
By Richard Parks A Rangers insider has dismissed rumours that David Bates has gone AWOL from training as “100 per cent nonsense”. The centre-back is…
Insider gives significant update on state of Rangers first-teamer talks after reported rejection
A reliable source of Rangers news has played down fears that David Bates is set to reject a contract extension at the club. The Four…
'There should be riots', 'Big loss' – Rangers fans react as first teamer reportedly rejects deal
Rangers defender David Bates has rejected a new contract with the Gers, according to reports, and Gers fans want to see him axed as a…
Rangers fans slate one aspect of Murty team after victory v Hamilton
Rangers took maximum points on Sunday in the Scottish Premier League, beating Hamilton Academical 5-3 away at New Douglas Park. But despite the victory, supporters…
Rangers first teamer rejects multiple contract offers – report
By Richard Parks David Bates has rejected multiple contract offers from Rangers as his future at the club hangs in the balance, according to a…