Ryan Barnett to Rangers murmur explodes as Wrexham star addresses James Tavernier succession plan

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Wrexham defender Ryan Barnett has addressed speculation over a move away from the club with Rangers said to be among the interested parties.It comes after escalating chatter south of the border claimed the right-back could be viewed as a potential successor to James Tavernier at Ibrox after impressing for the Welsh side.

The future of the Light Blues captain has been plunged into doubt in recent weeks with boss Philippe Clement evaluating his options on the right side of the Rangers backline with both Dujon Sterling and Neraysho Kasanwirjo being tried out in Tavernier's position.The 33-year-old was dropped to the bench for the Europa League clash with Olympiacos earlier this month having been hauled off by Clement in the narrow 2-1 win over Motherwell just days earlier.

In the 1-0 victory over Hearts before the international break, the skipper was given a start but was replaced by Sterling midway through the second half.

The Lancashire Post (via the Rangers News) have named Preston and Rangers as two of the interested suitors in Barnett - who has a contract at the Racecourse until 2026.