Rangers call for more support

Rangers administrator David Whitehouse has praised the support of the cash-strapped club’s fans and urged for it to continue.

The Glasgow side were deducted 10 points earlier this month after going into administration.

But Whitehouse says that the supporters’ loyal backing was appreciated and could help generate some much-needed income.

“Ibrox was sold out last Saturday and hopefully that can be the case for the rest of the season,” Whitehouse said.

“The fans are clearly extremely loyal to Rangers and by coming to matches at Ibrox they are directly contributing to the club’s future.”

“Right now, it is quite simple – income now will help secure the future of Rangers.”

“For 140 years Rangers has been a key part of Scottish football. We hope that the influence and the support which the club has given to the game over the years will carry some weight at these difficult times.”

Whitehouse also claimed that despite the current bleak situation, the 54-time Scottish league winners’ future is bright.

“Overall, I would describe the situation as positive,” he said.

“Everybody recognises the plight that the club is in and have come to the table to help and assist where possible.”

“We have also had very good support from the football authorities and have met with both the Scottish Football Associations and the Scottish Premier League.”

“Generally other clubs are sympathetic. I think clubs realise this is a difficult time for the football industry in general and Rangers isn’t unique in its financial position.”