Returning Rangers star opens up on fight for starting spot amid ‘cannot win title with 11 men’ claim

Belgian defender makes his Ibrox return and opens up on fight for starting XI spot…

Scotsman

Published: Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 12:00 PM

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Tuur Rommens welcomed competition for places at Rangers, claiming a team cannot win a title with 11 players.
Rommens returned to the pitch in a 4-0 win over St Johnstone following an 11-week groin injury lay-off.
Rangers signed left-back James Penrice on a season-long loan from AEK Athens during Rommens's absence.

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Rangers left-back Tuur Rommens made his return to action in a 4-0 victory over St Johnstone following an 11-week layoff due to a groin injury. The 23-year-old Belgian addressed the competition for his starting position, stating that having squad depth is essential because a team cannot win a league championship with only 11 players.

During Rommens's absence, Rangers signed James Penrice on a season-long loan from AEK Athens. Rommens praised Penrice's performances and welcomed the squad depth as Rangers prepare for an upcoming Scottish Premiership match against Hearts on Wednesday.

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Returning Rangers star opens up on fight for starting spot amid ‘cannot win title with 11 men’ claim

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