Rangers administrators and players close to deal

Hopes were rising last night that a deal could be struck between Rangers players and administrators to avoid significant job losses at the club.

Talks continued throughout the day at Murray Park after both parties reconvened to discuss proposals from the players over helping the club make savings without job losses.

However, some players are expected to depart whatever the final outcome, as Swedish midfielder Mervan Celik is believed to have agreed to leave. Scotland U21 international Gregg Wylde has also offered to leave the club.