Rangers supporters still licking their wounds from Sunday's Scottish Cup heartache against St Johnstone shouldn't be too downbeat.
Yes, missing out on a domestic Cup to reinforce their romp to the earliest title in Scottish football history is tough but it shouldn't define them.
And one thing supporters are certain about is Steven Gerrard and his sporting director Ross Wilson will do everything they can to identify quality arrivals.
The player trading model that was explained at the club's AGM will likely see title heroes depart but it's on the club to find the next heroes who can continue Rangers' rise ahead of their Champions League tilt.
Record Sport revealed Fashion Sakala is on the way with the versatile Oostende forward set to join on a free transfer this summer.
And now Rangers are being linked with a move for versatile Heerenveen midfielder Joey Veerman.
Many would regard the Ibrox engine room as a position on strength but many Celtic fans said similar back in 2018 when John McGinn was linked in 2018.
Building from a position of strength is a wise strategy and something Wilson knows all about from his days with Southampton.
Record Sport runs the rule over Veerman who is a player who should get supporters excited.
Who is he?
The 22-year-old is a player on the rise and his brilliant form for Heerenveen has him on the radar of a host of European football's best teams.
Atalanta have been linked repeatedly over the past six months and while Rangers will rightly be doing their own homework that's enough of a commendation. The Serie A upstarts have caused the likes of Andrea Agnelli sleepless nights and are the best around at spotting undervalued European talent before selling at a profit.
PSV Eindhoven are another team believed to be keen but are reportedly put off by a £10m asking price - although the actual fee for Veerman will likely be less for a team outwith the Eredivisie.
Veerman's brilliant season is the proof of hard work. He wasn't on the radar of the big clubs and made the grade at Volendam and has no caps at youth level for the Netherlands.
But neither did Virgil van Dijk and there's a compelling argument that the long road to success gives players an edge to those who were tipped for stardom from a young age.
What would be bring to Rangers?
Loads. That's the honest answer.
Highlights can often be deceiving but watching right-footed Veerman in depth during his last five games against Groningen, Ajax, Twente, Willem II and ADO Den Haag you can't help but be left impressed by a player who clearly is getting better with each passing week.
His record of eight goals and nine assists would lead you to believe he plays higher up the pitch but he often picks the ball up deep and sprays it about to his team-mates.
But he's not content with that as he's often in the mix in the final third as he looks to get on the end of things and create in and around the box.
His goal in the 3-1 defeat to Willem II is the perfect example of a player who is multi-skilled. He starts the move off before edging further up the field and he triggers a 1-2 outside the box and shows a turn of pace and finish
His highwire passing act appears to be worth it despite 12 errors leading directly to goals so far. His accuracy on the season is 76 per cent which is lower than the average across Europe but it isn't much of a worry when you actually watch him play. Veerman is always taking chances with through balls and is eager to test teams in behind.
Does he compare to anyone?
Think Barry Ferguson in his pomp or Callum McGregor starring under Brendan Rodgers.
To coin a basketball term but you could describe as a 'two-way' star who can do everything in midfield.
He's not the most fearsome tackler but he gives it a go and comes alive when he has the ball at his feet.
Veerman isn't the most physical but he has a good work ethic and would be allow to do what he does best at Rangers.
Gerrard knows the position better than anyone and he will see a player he can take to the next level. All the tools are there.
How does he compare to the current Ibrox midfielders?
Favourably, it would be fair to say.
Some Rangers fans reckon they need a replacement for Ryan Jack with the tigerish Ibrox enforcer's multiple injuries leaving Gerrard short.
Glen Kamara is a top player but he's a different type to Veerman. Comparing the Dutchman with Joe Aribo and Steven Davis is a fairer comparison in terms of style and the positions they take up on the pitch.
And Veerman comes out well - averaging an assist 0.28 per match compared to the Northern Irish legend (0.04) and the former Charlton star (0.09)
And he is also more likely to get a shot a way as he averages 2.2 per game compared to 1.24 for Aribo and 0.45 for Davis.
Some him up in one picture
Heat maps pick up all the places on the pitch where players are in possession and Veerman's is absolutely bonkers.
He is literally is everywhere and his all-action display have been the highlight of a team languishing in mid-table.
Conclusion
Veerman is a star on the rise and a potential £10m transfer fee doesn't seem outlandish.
He possesses quality in all aspects of his game and his eagerness to break the lines and play a killer pass are the key skills every team covets as football becomes a game increasingly played in transition.
Gerrard and trusted lieutenant Michael Beale will know they need added quality in key positions if they are to turn their Champions League dreams into a reality.
Veerman offers the type of vision and creativity that could unlock a stubborn side like Slavia Prague if they are the opposition in a crunch qualifier.
That kind of talent is invaluable.
