Rangers: Dujon Sterling has proved he cannot be James Tavernier replacement after evidence vs Motherwell

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Dujon Sterling has regularly been used in the right-back role of late, but he was culpable on Sunday afternoon, as Rangers’ title chances were dealt a major blow. Rangers were beaten 3-2 at home by Motherwell, and Sterling endured the kind of afternoon that may well force Rohl into the market this summer. ⚽ Rangers Matchday ⚽ Team news, line-ups, expert previews and verdicts, and tactical analysis for every Gers fixture.

VISIT THE RANGERS MATCH HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Dujon Sterling not good enough to be first-choice right-backSterling has been a useful option for Rohl since he returned from a long-term injury back in December, and that may have had the boss lining him up to step into Tavernier’s shoes. StatsSterling TotalMinutes 77Accurate Passes18/20 (90%)Chances Created–Defensive Contributions9Tackles3Duels Won7/9 (77%)Sterling’s stats in Rangers’ defeat to Motherwell, as per Fotmob.The visitors’ first two goals both came down Rangers’ right flank, with Sterling having little answer for the attacking endeavours of Jens Berthel Askou’s side.

Sterling’s defensive instincts were badly exposed by Motherwell, and it should now be clear to Rohl that he cannot become the first-choice right-back if Rangers want to challenge for trophies next term. Rangers ready for defensive rebuild this summerFootball Insider revealed at the start of March that Rangers will add at least one new centre-back to their group this summer, with Rohl’s options currently relatively light in that area of the pitch.