Rangers Reignite Interest In This League-winning Left-back: Why They Must Bring Him In

Rangers Reignite Interest In This League-winning Left-back: Why They Must Bring Him In

If a recent report from The Herald is believed to be true, Rangers have reignited interest in James Penrice ahead of a potential summer move. They failed to strike a loan deal with AEK Athens for the left fullback earlier this year, but could give it another go, with Jayden Meghoma set to return to Brentford by the end of this month.

Born in Livingston, the 27-year-old Scottish star progressed through Partick Thistle’s academy ranks before breaking into their senior squad. Loan spells with East Fife and Livi helped him cement a regular role for the Glasgow side across the Championship and League One.

Penrice returned to Livingston in the summer of 2021 upon the expiration of his Partick Thistle contract, and featured regularly in the top flight over the next three seasons. He eventually joined Hearts on a Bosman following the Lions’ relegation in 2024. Although the Jambos had a below-par campaign, the Scotsman appeared 46 times throughout the 2024-25 season.

GLASGOW, SCOTLAND – MARCH 1: Yang Hyun-Jun of Celtic battles with Tuur Rommens of Rangers during the William Hill Scottish Premiership match between Rangers and Celtic at Ibrox Stadium on March 1, 2026 in Glasgow, Scotland. (Photo by WM Sport Media/Getty Images)

Despite being a part of Derek McInnes’ pre-season camp in Spain, Hearts accepted a £2m bid from the Greek giants, leading to his departure last year. Although he missed the Jamtarts’ fairy tale Premiership run, a move to Athens did not leave him empty-handed. The left-back has so far been involved in 32 games across competitions, contributing to their Super League triumph.