Airdrie manager David Hutton confirmed that Kieran Wright decided to leave Rangers and join Airdrie on loan as soon as they showed interest. The club announced on July 5 that the 25-year-old goalkeeper will join the team next week. Hutton expressed his excitement about the signing, noting that Wright will have to compete for the number one spot.
He said, “I’ve worked with Kieran before. He’s a hungry goalkeeper who was eager to join when he heard of our interest. He’s good with his feet and a great shot-stopper. You don’t stay at Rangers for that long without having talent. I’m really looking forward to working with him and having two top goalies competing for the jersey.”
Kieran Wright’s decision to join Airdrie on loan from Rangers is a crucial move for the young goalkeeper. With his contract at Rangers expiring next summer, this loan spell is a critical opportunity for Wright to showcase his abilities and fight for his future at Ibrox.
Having spent nearly a decade at Rangers, this loan could be a turning point for Wright, potentially leading to a permanent move away from the Glasgow club if he impresses. The competition for the starting goalkeeper spot at Airdrie will be intense, and Wright will need to prove his skills and determination.
Some argue that Rangers could have sold him permanently, but the loan suggests they might have future plans for him. Whether he remains with Rangers a year from now is uncertain.
In other Rangers news, a British defender has caught the attention of scouts as Rangers aim to outbid Celtic for a new transfer this summer.