Rangers youngster Cole McKinnon signs new three-year deal
The 19-year old scored on his Rangers debut on the final day of the Premiership season
Rangers youngster Cole McKinnon has signed a new three-year deal with the club.
The 19-year old made his senior debut against Hearts on the final day of the Premiership season and scored the final goal in the 3-1 win.
McKinnon was also voted players' player of the year for their B team after impressive performances in the Lowland League and UEFA Youth League.
He has also represented Scotland at under-19 level and could head out on loan next season.
Head of the Rangers academy, Craig Mulholland told the club's official wesbite: "We are delighted that Cole has extended his stay at Rangers for a further 3 years. Cole has made excellent progress in the last 12 months and he has impressed the Academy staff and also importantly the Manager and his staff resulting in his first team debut, a goal and now this well deserved contract.
"It is important that all of our Professional Development Phase players have a very clear plan both from a pathway and development perspective and we have worked closely with Cole and his representatives to agree a plan that will allow him to continue on the positive trajectory that he is currently on.
"No doubt a big factor in Cole deciding to commit to Rangers was his own debut and the fact that nine of his Academy colleagues also featured in the first team last season, demonstrating the opportunity that now exists for our young players.
"He has an outstanding desire to win, is a supporter who cares about the club and we are all very excited to see him maximise the potential he has in the coming years here at Rangers."