Clint Hill looking to David Weir for inspiration after completing Rangers move

New Rangers signing Clint Hill has vowed to use David Weir as inspiration as he looks to prove he can still cut it aged 37.

The veteran centre-back jetted into Glasgow on Friday morning and penned a one-year deal after passing a medical.

The former QPR defender knows there will be plenty of doubters given his age but reckons he can win them over if he copies the approach used by Mark Warburton's number two during his playing days.

Gers assistant boss Weir spent the last five years of his career at Ibrox, playing on to the age of 41, and he captained the team to three successive league titles between 2009 and 2011.

"I've got massive respect for Davie because I know how hard it is to stay in this game," said Hill. "It can eat you alive at certain points. I think he stayed in until he was 41 and played in a UEFA Cup final. That's an unbelievable achievement.

"I'll be pestering him on a daily basis to get some inspiration from him. I'll also be talking to him about what they need from me to be a Rangers player.

"I've passed my medical so hopefully they are happy with me. My body has held up so far over a 20-year career. I've always kept myself fit so I'm ready for the challenge. I'm not here for a jolly up or retirement. I'm here to work.

"I had options abroad and could have taken the easy way out and gone to a league with less pressure. But when Rangers come knocking you can't turn that down."

Hill was released by QPR last month but becomes Rangers' fifth summer signing following the arrivals of Joey Barton, Jordan Rossiter, Josh Windass and Matt Crooks.

"I've not stopped smiling," he said. "It's been a weird couple of weeks. I was told about Rangers' interest a couple of weeks ago but took it with a pinch of salt to be honest with you.

"I didn't think Rangers would be interested in a 37-year-old defender. But I'm extremely proud and very excited to be here. I'm looking forward to the challenge.

"I think I can bring experience to the team. Obviously being this old that comes with the job. But I don't really like talking about things, I like actions. A lot of people talk about things but don't actually provide anything. I go against the grain and try to lead by example."

Warburton's team thrilled their supporters on their way to promotion last term but at times looked unconvincing at the back.

Now after discussing his role with his new boss, Hill revealed he will be expected to help guide youngsters like Rob Kiernan and Danny Wilson through difficult points next season.

Hill said: "He (Warburton) has pointed out a few things about what he expects from me and what he expects of a Rangers player and the culture that comes with it.

"We all know that there is some fantastically gifted players here, young talent. I think he just wants me to give them some guidance if there is some problems that do pop up. I think you need a good mix of youth and experience if you are going to challenge for titles and cups. Hopefully we're building something here."

Hill was shocked to see a throng of cameras waiting for him when he arrived at Glasgow Airport but knows the reception will be even spicier when he travels to Celtic Park for the first Old Firm league clash in four years on September 10.

"The biggest challenge is going to be getting used to the focus you receive as a Rangers player up here," he admitted.

"I walked out of baggage reclaim and thought there was a Hollywood superstar behind me. I couldn't get to grips with how intensified the media interest was for someone as humble as me.

"It's going to be a great baptism of fire going up to Celtic Park, into the lion's den."