Rangers news as Fabio Silva declares success and Harry Souttar talks transfers

Rangers star Fabio Silva declares success after Ibrox return

Fabio Silva has declared his Rangers return a success after helping the Ibrox club reach the Champions League group stages.

The on-loan Wolves striker scored the opening goal in the second leg of the play-off round tie against PSV Eindhoven as Rangers progressed 3-2 on aggregate.

Silva told RangersTV: "I think it's been a success. I came here to help the team and I think I've done that."

The Portuguese forward has scored four goals in nine appearances for Rangers since joining in July.

He added: "I'm happy to be here and I'm looking forward to the rest of the season."

Harry Souttar talks about his future amid Rangers transfer links

Harry Souttar has admitted he is "flattered" by transfer links to Rangers but insists he is focused on his football with Stoke City.

The Australian defender has been linked with a move to Ibrox in recent weeks, with reports suggesting that Rangers are preparing a bid for his services.

Souttar told The Scottish Sun: "It's always nice to be linked with big clubs like Rangers, but I'm just focused on playing my football for Stoke City.

"I'm not going to lie, it's flattering to hear your name being mentioned in connection with a club like Rangers, but I'm just trying to stay focused on my football and help Stoke City get back to the Premier League."

The 23-year-old has been a key player for Stoke City this season, making 22 appearances in the Championship.

He has also been capped 10 times by Australia and was part of the Socceroos squad that reached the last 16 of the World Cup in Qatar.

Further reading

• Rangers reach Champions League group stages after dramatic win over PSV
• Rangers' Fabio Silva insists loan move has been a success after Champions League qualification
• Harry Souttar transfer: Rangers target opens up on Ibrox links amid Stoke City future admission