Rangers defender Ben Godfrey has been ruled out of action for approximately four weeks due to an injury sustained during his debut appearance for the club. The Atalanta loanee was forced to leave the field prematurely during Friday’s Scottish Premiership match, prompting concerns ahead of a busy start to the season.

Godfrey’s absence comes at a critical juncture as Rangers prepare for their upcoming Europa League qualifying tie against Jagiellonia Białystok. The injury setback further complicates the club’s efforts to strengthen their squad in the current transfer window, increasing the urgency for manager Michael Beale to secure additional reinforcements.

The 26-year-old centre-back had been expected to add depth and experience to Rangers’ defensive options this season. His time on the pitch was curtailed shortly into his debut, ultimately ruling him out for up to a month. This leaves the team without one of their key summer signings as they navigate early-season challenges across domestic and European competitions.

Rangers face mounting pressure to address squad deficiencies, with the squad’s fitness and availability pivotal to their ambitions. The club’s recruitment strategy in the coming weeks will be closely watched amid these developments.