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Aidan Smith

Philippe Clement issues full Rangers injury update ahead of his first match in charge

Philippe Clement has issued a Rangers injury update ahead of his first match in charge of the club tomorrow.

The Belgian was named the 19th boss of the Ibrox club last week after he replaced Michael Beale, who was axed after a string of poor results domestically.

Ahead of tomorrow's fixture at Ibrox, Clement has confirmed that both Todd Cantwell and Ryan Jack are fit to play, but they may not be available to play the entire 90 minutes.

The Rangers manager also confirmed that Danilo is adapting to a face mask after he fractured his cheekbone in a match against St Johnstone last month, but he could play some part.

Midfielders Tom Lawrence, Jose Cifuentes and Rabbi Matondo will all miss the fixture through injury.

Clement said: "Todd Cantwell will be back. Ryan Jack will be back but not for the full 90.

"I always work well together with medical staff. I want to know and discuss all the details and work with the players physically to be ready for the games to come. I want to create the strongest and physical team in the league.

"Danilo is adapting, it is his first moments training with a mask. We will likely need him for the weekend.

"Lawrence and Matondo are injured and will miss out. Cantwell is increasing his workload following the injury so won't play the 90."

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