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Rangers winger Glenn Middleton deserves more opportunities

Glenn Middleton of Rangers looks on prior to the Scottish Ladbrokes Premiership match between Rangers and Hearts at Ibrox Stadium on October 7, 201...
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Rangers youngster Glenn Middleton needs more game time than he is getting.

Glenn Middleton of Rangers looks on prior to the Scottish Ladbrokes Premiership match between Rangers and Hearts at Ibrox Stadium on October 7, 2018 in Glasgow, Scotland.

Rangers edged to a win over St Mirren at the weekend with two late goals.

Young winger Glenn Middleton was an unused substitute for the Gers, with manager Steven Gerrard choosing not to throw the teenager on.

Middleton, 18, has been a breakout star this season, making a total of 15 appearances for Rangers.

Yet he has been used sparingly in the Premiership.

Middleton has played only 113 minutes of league football for Rangers, in which he has managed to score once, in a win over Dundee.

All of his appearances in the top flight have been as a substitute, but it may be time for that to change.

Glenn Middleton of Rangers FC during the UEFA Europa League Group G match between Villarreal CF and Rangers FC at La Ceramica Stadium on September 20, 2018 in Vila-real, Spain.

Eros Grezda does not quite look ready or fully fit for a sustained run in the side, while Daniel Candeias is now facing a suspension.

Middleton has shown incredible promise in his brief appearances so far for Rangers and was rewarded with a new contract last month.

It is now time for Gerrard to give him more opportunities and the chances he needs to really kick on.

Glenn Middleton of Rangers FC during the UEFA Europa League Group G match between Villarreal CF and Rangers FC at La Ceramica Stadium on September 20, 2018 in Vila-real, Spain.