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Derek Ferguson: Rangers ace has disappointed me, technician teammate must start vs St Mirren

Derek Ferguson has admitted that Djeidi Gassama let him down in one of Rangers' recent games. The winger has been an important asset this season, with the ace t…

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 11:30 AM
Derek Ferguson: Rangers ace has disappointed me, technician teammate must start vs St Mirren
Key Things to Know
  • Derek Ferguson criticized Djeidi Gassama's attitude after being substituted during Rangers' match against Hearts.
  • Ferguson advocated for Minsu Kim to start over Gassama in Rangers' fixture against St Mirren.
  • Ferguson acknowledged Gassama remains a dangerous option off the bench due to his running power.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Rangers player Derek Ferguson expressed disappointment with winger Djeidi Gassama's attitude after being substituted against Hearts at Tynecastle. Speaking on the Open Goal podcast ahead of Rangers' match against St Mirren, Ferguson criticized how the Mauritanian forward reacted to coming off the pitch and suggested that teammate Minsu Kim deserves a starting opportunity instead.

While critical of his reaction, Ferguson noted that Gassama's running power still makes him an impactful substitute against tiring defenses. Rangers manager Derek McInnes previously benched Gassama against Aberdeen, and Ibrox News writer Scott Mason argues the 23-year-old winger must find greater consistency to secure his long-term spot in the side.

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