Penrice on ‘slow rise’ from part-time football to Scotland call-up

Rangers defender James Penrice has reflected on his journey from part-time football to earning his first Scotland call-up at age 27. Manager Sebastien Pocognoli selected Penrice for upcoming Nations League fixtures against North Macedonia and Switzerland. Penrice joined Rangers on loan with an option to buy from Greek side AEK Athens, scoring on his debut for manager Derek McInnes.

Penrice previously played in Scottish League One with Partick Thistle before revitalizing his career at Livingston and Hearts. AEK Athens originally signed him for £2m following an impressive campaign in Edinburgh. Rangers manager Derek McInnes confirmed the club is eager to turn Penrice's loan deal into a permanent transfer.