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Rangers gem shares which first-team star is helping him behind the scenes at Ibrox

Ashton Scally has revealed that he is regularly in contract with first-team stars at Rangers. The 16-year-old left back made headlines in May when he made his s…

Published: Saturday, 24 October 2026 at 8:00 PM
Rangers gem shares which first-team star is helping him behind the scenes at Ibrox
Key Things to Know
  • Rangers youngster Ashton Scally revealed that first-team left-back James Penrice is mentoring him behind the scenes.
  • Scally recently returned from an injury layoff, featuring in a Scottish Youth Cup win over Dundee United.
  • Penrice joined Rangers on a loan deal that includes an option to purchase.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Rangers teenage left-back Ashton Scally has revealed that first-team defender James Penrice has been actively mentoring him behind the scenes. The 16-year-old made his senior debut in May against Falkirk before injury disrupted his pre-season. Following his return in a Scottish Youth Cup match against Dundee United's youth side, Scally explained that he regularly speaks with Penrice about technique and player development.

Penrice, who is currently on loan at Rangers with an option to buy, recently expressed his own desire to remain at Ibrox permanently. Declan Carr of Ibrox News argues that the club must do everything possible to secure Penrice on a permanent transfer, citing his positive mentorship of academy players.

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