‘No need to panic’ over Jack’s Euro 2020 hopes
The Tartan Army will not be sweating over Ryan Jack’s involvement in this summer’s European Championship, Steven Gerrard hopes.
The Rangers boss is still awaiting feedback from specialists on the midfielder’s calf problem which surfaced against Dundee United in February, following a knee injury layoff earlier in the season.
Jack had a scan in Londonlastweekandtheibrox medical team expect to learn more of the results this weekend – but, while remaining cautious ahead of the feedback, Gerrard says the outlook is hopeful.
Gerrard said: “The news will be what we can do with him when he gets back and the next steps on his rehabilitation but we are doing everything we can to get him back as quickly as we can.
“Obviously we need to leave it to the experts, but hopefully next time I speak I will have a positive update – that's what we are all looking for.”
Jack sat out the most recent Scotland World Cup qualifiers and hasn’t featured for Rangers in six weeks, but has been a regular for Steve Clarke since the national team boss took over and helped secure qualification to this summer’s tournament.
Asked about the injury’s impact on Jack’s Euro 2020 prospects, Gerrard added: “I think where we sit now we don't have to worry or panic, unless we are told something different. I think everything is OK.”
Meanwhile, Rangers defender Leon Balogun has extended his contract until the summer of 2022. The 32-year-old has played 28 times for Gerrard's side this season.