Rangers Fans Savage 'Rotten' John Souttar as His Full Stats from Hearts Clash Emerge

John Souttar has come under fire from Rangers supporters following the club's 4-2 victory over Hearts at Ibrox, with many fans identifying the defender as a weak link in the team's performance despite the important three-point haul.

Rangers narrowed the gap to league leaders Hearts to just two points with the emphatic win. Danny Rohl's side mounted a comeback victory, with Portuguese striker Youssef Chermiti scoring a hat-trick and Hearts defender Michael Steinwender adding an own goal to secure the result. The victory came as a return to winning ways following a disappointing 2-2 draw against Motherwell.

However, Souttar's individual display drew criticism from the Rangers fanbase. The 29-year-old defender struggled in key defensive metrics, winning just five of his 10 aerial duels and two of his five ground duels while also committing two fouls. Particularly concerning for supporters was Souttar being beaten in the air by Hearts' Claudio Braga for the opposition's second goal—a moment that encapsulated his difficult afternoon.

The negative reaction reflects growing discontent with the defender's contributions this season. Many Rangers fans have labeled Souttar a "major problem" for the club, with some claiming he was the "worst player on the park" against Hearts. His performances have led sections of the support to identify him as a leading candidate for the summer transfer window exit list.

The article also references Rangers' interest in Dundee defender Todd Cantwell and notes that 34-year-old right-back James Tavernier, who boasts an impressive goalscoring record from his position, has not been guaranteed starter status this season, with Dujon Sterling preferred in the Hearts clash. Tavernier has spent 11 years at Rangers and remains a key figure at the club.