When it comes to Rangers goalkeeper
When it comes to Rangers goalkeeper Robby McCrorie and his lack of playing time at Ibrox, Steve Clarke acknowledges his hands are tied.
As a result, the Scotland manager claims he is unable to provide a thorough assessment of the 25-year-old, who is forced to watch Gers No. 1 Jack Butland perform at the greatest level every week from the bench. McCrorie was included to Clarke’s squad for Scotland’s forthcoming Euro 2024 qualifiers against Georgia away and Norway at home, which may present an opportunity for the former Kilmarnock manager to give some peripheral players minutes in a Scotland jersey.
and his lack of playing time at Ibrox, Steve Clarke acknowledges his hands are tied.
As a result, the Scotland manager claims he is unable to provide a thorough assessment of the 25-year-old, who is forced to watch Gers No. 1 Jack Butland perform at the greatest level every week from the bench. McCrorie was included to Clarke’s squad for Scotland’s forthcoming Euro 2024 qualifiers against Georgia away and Norway at home, which may present an opportunity for the former Kilmarnock manager to give some peripheral players minutes in a Scotland jersey.
McCrorie, who has been reintroduced into the team due to the absence of Angus Gunn and Craig Gordon, could be one of them. Clarke loves the sight of McCrorie, but admits he’d like to see the custodian play more games for Rangers – or elsewhere on loan – to provide a more comprehensive assessment of his decision-making on the pitch.
“I keep saying that Robby is one we have our eye on for the future,” Clarke said, “but he needs to play matches.” He is not doing so right now. I still believe that, at his age, he has the potential to be a future star. Hopefully, he’ll get a couple more opportunities.”
“It’s difficult for me to get involved in because his club decides whether he plays week in and week out or goes on loan,” he explained. “Robby is a good technical custodian in my opinion.” He has strong hands and feet.”He saves the ball, which is crucial for a keeper.” What you don’t know about Robby, and what he’ll have to demonstrate if he gets an opportunity to play, is his decision-making ability on the pitch. I can’t make a judgement until I see Robby play several games.”
