Jack Butland impressed in Rangers’ win against Panathinaikos in Champions League qualifying; he was dropped towards the end of last season after some unconvincing performances; Rangers are away to Motherwell in their Scottish Premiership opener on August 2, live on Sky Sports
By Alison Conroy & Gordon Duncan
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“I want to be the best version of myself and at least give myself the opportunity to have control of what happens next.”
Jack Butland accepts it hasn’t been “smooth sailing” at Rangers and he is determined to make amends by proving his worth under Russell Martin.
The goalkeeper impressed in his first year at Ibrox, but some unconvincing performances last season saw him lose his place in the starting XI to Liam Kelly.
He was reinstated for the final two Scottish Premiership games and started Martin’s first pre-season friendly against Club Brugge, despite suggestions the former England number one could be replaced in the squad.
“Has it been smooth sailing, my time at the club? Not for me personally, and for all of us, it’s not been quite as successful as we’d like it to have been,” the 32-year-old said.
“I didn’t walk away from the season thinking – although some people like to try and make those stories up – that’s the end of it. I was very determined that I will determine how my career goes here.
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Source: Skysports
