Rangers defender Leon King ruled out for 'significant period'

The 19-year old picked up an ankle injury at their pre-season training camp in Germany

Published 11th Jul 2023
Last updated 11th Jul 2023

Rangers defender Leon King will be out for siginificant period of time" after picking up an ankle injury.

The 19-year old is currently in Germany for the club's pre-season training camp.

However, the Ibrox side have confirmed he suffered a contact injury on Monday and is now facing a long spell on the sidelines.

King featured 23 times for Michael Beale's side last season - including featuring in all six of their Champions League group stage matches.

The club Tweeted: "#RangersFC can confirm defender Leon King suffered a contact injury to his ankle at the club’s pre-season training camp in Germany on Monday which will rule him out for a significant period of time.

"Leon is being looked after by the club’s medical staff and a further update will follow in due course.

"Everyone at the club wishes Leon a speedy recovery."

Dujon Sterling also didn't travel with the squad to Germany after picking up a calf injury.

The summer signing stayed behind in Scotland for treatment with the club viewing it as a slight setback.

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