The 22-year-old South African has impressed since his £3 million summer transfer from Philadelphia Union.

Now, his former Philadelphia coach, Bradley Carnell, believes Makhanya has the ability to go even further in his career.

Carnell, who handed Makhanya his first-team debut in America, said: "You always have to be ready. He has shown he has the physical tools and the skill set to play at any level - you just need the exposure, and you just need the chance.

"Is anyone ever really ready for the next step? Unless you try, you’ll never know.

"The time he had in Philadelphia and now the time he’s having in Glasgow gives him a good gauge that he’s able to step up to different levels and that’s very important – for him to know that he can do it.

"He’s raising up the levels and adapting very well and he is showing that no level is too high for him right now.

"But what’s important is staying grounded and being humble and doing all those things we’ve tried to guide every player with, not just the physical, tactical, and technical tools.

"And also the life skills to tackle challenges off the field and deal with people and the media in the right way. He is on a really good path, and he’s adapting to every level."

The defender's performances at Ibrox have attracted favourable reviews, and with Carnell's belief in his potential, Makhanya could soon be catching the eyes of Premier League clubs.