Rangers captain James Tavernier will depart the club this summer after 11 years, with manager Danny Röhl hoping the veteran right-back can end his tenure by lifting the Scottish Premiership trophy. The 34-year-old, who has scored 144 goals in 562 appearances since joining from Wigan, caught many by surprise with his recent announcement just two days after suggesting he would wait until summer to decide his future.

Tavernier has already delivered silverware during his Ibrox career, including the 2021 Scottish title and a run to the Europa League final the following season. With five fixtures remaining, Rangers trail leaders Hearts by a single point while maintaining a two-point cushion over Celtic. Röhl emphasized that a championship would represent the "beautiful moment" and "big goodbye" that the club legend deserves after his remarkable service.

The German coach acknowledged Tavernier's leadership both on and off the pitch, describing him as a "legend of the club" who has experienced both triumphant and challenging periods during his tenure. Injuries will force Röhl to continue without left-back Tuur Rommens and striker Ryan Naderi, though both players could return for the final four matches as Rangers push for what would be a fitting tribute to their departing captain.