Ibrox side Glasgow Rangers haven’t had Lee Wallace for nearly a year.
Steven Gerrard has told Rangers fans not to get too excited about seeing Lee Wallace on the bench for Thursday’s 1-0 win over FC Ufa.
The former Rangers captain has been out of action since last September with a groin injury.
But Gerrard indicated that he is nearing full fitness after naming him among the substitutes when the Gers won at Ibrox in the Europa League earlier this week.
The 38-year-old claimed afterwards that he merely wanted to get him used to the atmosphere and match-day preparation, after such a long time out.
But Gerrard has now stressed that Wallace is still a “few weeks” away from being fit enough to contribute properly.
He told Rangers’ YouTube channel: “He’s not ready yet, but hopefully in the coming weeks we can get him up to speed.”
Wallace will be an excellent option for Gerrard when he’s fit again, but will it be as a back-up option?
The Liverpool legend has already signed Borna Barisic and it seems like he’ll be Gerrard’s first-choice left-back, unless Wallace can oust him.
The Scotland international, a £1.5 million signing in 2011 [The Scotsman], certainly has the talent and experience to reclaim his spot, but time will tell.
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