Rangers Goalkeeper Jack Butland Ruled Out of Old Firm Derby

Rangers goalkeeper Jack Butland will miss the Old Firm derby against Celtic after suffering internal bleeding in his leg, requiring hospital treatment.

Rangers goalkeeper Jack Butland will miss Thursday's Old Firm derby against Celtic at Ibrox Stadium due to internal bleeding in his leg. The 31-year-old former England international underwent hospital treatment for the injury but has been released and is now recovering.

Butland's absence adds to Rangers' injury woes, with captain James Tavernier also ruled out due to injury. Additionally, right-back Neraysho Kasanwirjo and defender Leon Balogun are expected to miss the game.

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“I've suffered a significant bleed to my leg that needed hospital attention, thankfully that's now under control and will lead to a full recovery hopefully sooner rather than later,” Butland posted on his Instagram story on Wednesday.

“Needless to say it's come at an awful time and I was fully focussed on helping us as a club. The most important thing now is supporting the lads and focusing on getting fit again as soon as possible.”