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‘Top class’ – Mulgrew and Ferguson blown away by new Rangers fan favourite

Barry Ferguson loves James Penrice at Rangers. The Gers icon would've liked to see the left-back at Ibrox sooner, but it's better late than never. In the summer

Published: Tuesday, 13 October 2026 at 10:40 AM
‘Top class’ – Mulgrew and Ferguson blown away by new Rangers fan favourite
Key Things to Know
  • Barry Ferguson named left-back James Penrice as Rangers' standout summer signing.
  • James Penrice joined Rangers on a summer loan deal from AEK Athens that includes an option to buy.
  • Penrice assisted Ryan Naderi's opening goal in Rangers' 3-1 victory against Kilmarnock.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Rangers legend Barry Ferguson identified left-back James Penrice as the club's standout summer signing while speaking on the Go Radio Football Show on October 12. Penrice, who joined the Scottish Premiership club on loan with an option to buy from AEK Athens, has earned widespread praise for his performances, including providing an assist for Ryan Naderi in a recent 3-1 win over Kilmarnock.

While praising Penrice alongside other arrivals like Dan Neil and Kelsy, Ferguson highlighted the 27-year-old's immediate impact at both ends of the pitch. Meanwhile, writer Aheed Abrar notes that not all 14 summer recruits have settled quickly, citing limited game time for several players and fan skepticism regarding free transfer Cammy Devlin.

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