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View: Rangers judgement call error clear after update on loan player

Connor Barron's spell on loan at Middlesbrough from Rangers is not going to plan so far. The Scotland international joined the English Championship club on loan

Published: Friday, 18 September 2026 at 4:10 PM
View: Rangers judgement call error clear after update on loan player
Key Things to Know
  • Connor Barron joined Middlesbrough on a season-long loan from Rangers on September 1.
  • The 24-year-old midfielder has yet to make an appearance or feature in a matchday squad for Middlesbrough.
  • Middlesbrough manager Kim Hellberg cited Barron's late arrival and squad depth as reasons for his lack of minutes.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Scotland international Connor Barron is struggling for playing time after joining English Championship club Middlesbrough on loan from Rangers on September 1. The 24-year-old midfielder has yet to feature in any competition for Boro, missing out on five matches including a Carabao Cup tie.

Middlesbrough manager Kim Hellberg explained that Barron's late arrival and squad depth have limited his opportunities, though he remains fit and is training well. Rangers may now question the loan decision, as Barron will have only one year remaining on his Ibrox contract when he returns next summer.

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