Ross McCrorie is heading back to Rangers after Bristol City accepted an undisclosed offer. The defender spent the 2023‑24 season at Ashton Gate, where he featured in 89 games and earned a contract extension in May. His return reunites him with new manager Derek McInnes, who arrived from Hearts last week. He departs after Rangers finished second, aiming to boost a side hungry for trophies.

McCrorie arrived in Bristol for a reported £2m fee and became a regular right‑back, though he also covered midfield and central defence. He earned two Scotland caps and made the Euro 2024 squad. At Rangers he inherits the number two jersey left by long‑serving captain James Tavernier, who departed after eleven seasons. His experience in the English Championship should help Rangers tighten up against high‑press opponents.

McInnes described McCrorie as a determined, competitive player who knows the club “inside out.” The signing marks McInnes’s first acquisition and pairs the defender with fellow Scot Lawrence Shankland, who is currently at the World Cup. McCrorie’s versatility bolsters Rangers’ defensive depth as the side targets a title challenge. The defender’s ability to slot into midfield gives manager tactical flexibility during congested fixtures.