Liam Kelly pre-season update after Rangers transfer development

Liam Kelly pre-season update after Rangers transfer development

Liam Kelly saw his new teammates for the first time after completing a permanent transfer to Rangers this summer. The 28-year-old’s contract with Motherwell expired, and he signed a free transfer to Ibrox, marking his return to the club after six years. He will be Jack Butland’s understudy at Gers and has already participated in Philippe Clement’s preseason training. The club’s official Twitter account tweeted his image with the caption: “Liam Kelly straight to work as he joins us at our training camp.”

Liam Kelly’s arrival is a huge boost for Rangers and Philippe Clement

Kelly’s arrival at Ibrox can benefit Jack Butland and the team as a whole.

As an experienced goalkeeper with a strong track record, the 28-year-old brings healthy competition to the goalkeeping department.

This competition can push Butland to perform at his best, as he will need to consistently prove why he deserves the starting spot.

The presence of a skilled backup like Kelly can encourage Butland to maintain high standards and avoid complacency. Join the Ibrox News WhatsApp channel to receive all of our exclusives and breaking transfer news first. Philippe Clement benefits from having two strong goalkeepers, giving him more options and depth. The Belgian can rely on either goalie to perform effectively when called upon, and it also allows Clement to rotate goalkeepers as needed, particularly during hectic portions of the season, without materially hurting the squad.

Kelly will be motivated to perform well whenever given the opportunity, whether in training or in games, so Butland should not take his place in the first team for granted. In other Rangers news, a £2.5 million bid is being prepared, with the club currently in advanced talks to complete yet another deal.

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