Adam says competitive Premiership’s tempting top talent
The win over Celtic at Ibrox and the fact they are level on points with the champions, albeit having played a game more, has given the Ibrox faithful hope that they can at least go toe to toe with Brendan Rodgers’ side this season, and possibly usurp them in the seasons ahead.
Adam believes that Davis will have been sold on making his return to the play in that No 10 position, linking the play between Morelos and the midfield.
“You need to get him on the ball to be effective but for Rangers it’s a sensible deal.
“It’s a good piece of business if they get it done.”
Adam was only too happy to give a gentle reminder to the Rangers management team – and anyone else for that matter – that he is also available in January. And what’s more, that he is younger than Davis.
“He’s a year older than me,” Adam laughed. “He’s played for Northern Ireland, but he’s not played an awful lot for Southampton this last six months or under the new manager.
“He’ll be wanting to be out playing and showing everybody Steven Davis is still a good player. I have no doubt he is.
“Rangers don’t have too many experienced players. There’s Allan McGregor and maybe Ryan Jack, but after those guys, the rest are a young group.
“To have that kind of leader going in there will be great business for the club.”
Whether Adam himself gets the opportunity to return to Ibrox, or anywhere in Scotland, remains to be seen. But what is certain is that he steadfastly believes he can still be a major influence at whatever level of the game his next opportunity presents itself.
“I want to play for as long as I can,” he said.
“I’m not just thinking about the next six months. I’m thinking long-term.
“I still feel I can play. I’m still fit. Because my game has never really been based on being quick or anything, I’m not going to slow up.
“I still know I can get around the pitch and affect games and show people I’m still a good player.”
■ Charlie Adam was speaking at a William Hill media event. William Hill is the proud sponsor of the Scottish Cup and Scottish Football.