Helander hails Gerrard after joining Rangers

Filip Helander admitted the chance to play under Steven Gerrard was too good ignore after joining Rangers from Bologna.

Sweden defender Helander has signed a four-year deal in Glasgow pending international clearance.

Rangers reportedly paid £3.5million to prise him from Bologna.

The towering centre-back made 20 appearances in Serie A last season and arrives at Ibrox with 10 caps of international experience.

“I am delighted to be joining Rangers, it’s a special club with tremendous fans and a unique history,” Helander told his new club’s official website after the move was announced on Saturday.

“The opportunity to work with a manager like Steven Gerrard was an easy decision to make.

“I’ve come here to battle for every point and to win trophies and I’m looking forward to meeting my team-mates and getting started.”

Rangers finished second in the Scottish Premiership last season, Gerrard’s first in charge.