Ibrox Noise sources understand that, thanks to the issues surrounding John Souttar, Rangers are seeking a January replacement. And the January replacement that we understand is St Mirren’s Alex Gogic.

The 32-year-old Cypriot has been a player Rangers fans have been interested in for a considerable period, such has been his robust reliability and experience of the Scottish Premiership.

Rangers target Alex Gogic for defensive depth

At present, Rangers have just three centre backs who are available for selection. Those are, of course, Olwethu Makhanya, Emmanuel Fernandez and Ben Godfrey. Godfrey, of course, is on loan from Atalanta.

John Souttar is completely out of the picture at Rangers for reasons that are both a mystery and also known. But that story has been long told. He will not be playing for Rangers again.

As such, Rangers require one more centre back to complete the set properly. And January could be the time to try to secure the Cypriot from St Mirren, who has been on Rangers’ radar for some considerable time.

A trusty workhorse and a reliable defender, the 32-year-old ex-Hibs man knows the Scottish Premiership like the back of his hand and his strength and power in the rearguard would be a very valuable fillip for Rangers’ defence.

Alex Gogic could provide valuable cover

He would, of course, mostly be a squad player. But at this stage of his career, the pay rise and position as a Rangers man may just tempt him, despite the fact that he would clearly lose minutes.

Rangers’ first choice defence these days, of course, is Olwethu Makhanya and Emmanuel Fernandez. Whatever fans think of the Nigerian and indeed the South African’s current slight form dip, they are by far the most settled defence that Rangers currently have.

But there is a lack of depth underneath them. As we know, Ben Godfrey is still awaiting his chance to get back in the team, but things are not looking terribly promising on that front for the former Everton man.

Meanwhile, as we have mentioned, John Souttar is frozen out of the matchday squad and is very unlikely to play for Rangers again. And as such, Derek McInnes seeks a fourth central stopper who can provide squad depth and come in as and when needed.

Rangers target Alex Gogic ahead of January

Let’s face it, injuries are rife at all clubs. Rangers are no exception, having had a huge number of issues over the years. And with another injury crisis almost certainly just around the corner, as is always the case with Rangers, adding Gogic into the fold as a deputy may be a valuable move in the January market.

He wouldn’t cost much in Rangers’ terms. He is a very valuable asset to St Mirren and they are unlikely to want to let him go easily. But, of course, his age counts against him. And if Rangers come calling, he will most certainly have his head turned.

St Mirren’s Alex Gogic is on Rangers’ radar and he is of interest to the club. Time will tell if Rangers do make the move in January.