Steven Gerrard admits Niko Katic impressed in Livingston win

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Rangers manager Steven Gerrard has admitted that defender Niko Katic has “taken his chance” to impress after his display in Sunday’s 3-0 win over Livingston. The Croatian made his first start since September after replacing Gareth McAuley and looked solid against Livi. (photo by Vagelis Georgariou/Action Plus via Getty Images) After making a strong start…

If Goldson can get going once he returns from injury, Rangers may finally have a settled defensive back-line.

Constant changes have hampered any momentum the defence have picked up. When Goldson returns, it could give Rangers the stability at the back which has escaped Gerrard for the majority of the season. Katic is a big part of that. When fit he has looked like Rangers’ most comfortable defender, so it is key for Gerrard that he remains fit.