Steven Naismith has expressed confidence that Cammy Devlin can make a significant impact at Rangers following his summer transfer to the Scottish club. Devlin, a 28-year-old Australian midfielder, was signed by Rangers manager Derek McInnes as part of a squad overhaul aimed at mounting a serious challenge for both domestic honors and European competition.

Naismith, who previously managed Devlin at Hearts, highlighted the midfielder’s tenacity, energy, and positive influence within the dressing room as key attributes that could benefit Rangers. He noted Devlin’s strong performance during the previous season with Hearts, emphasizing how the team felt his absence when he was sidelined. According to Naismith, Devlin combines a competitive work rate with traits that foster team spirit, describing him as “a warm character” who energizes those around him.

While acknowledging that the expectations and intensity at Rangers present a new set of challenges, Naismith expressed confidence that Devlin possesses the necessary attributes to adapt and succeed. He pointed out that as Devlin matures, his game is likely to improve in possession, with better decision-making and calmer play. Naismith observed that Devlin’s youthful enthusiasm sometimes led him to lose the ball hastily, but with experience, these tendencies should diminish.

Derek McInnes has emphasized the importance of character as well as ability in his squad, seeking players who demonstrate mental resilience alongside technical skill. Naismith said that Devlin’s mindset fits well with this approach, describing him as a player who keeps team morale high and gets everyone involved on and off the pitch. He suggested that such qualities have been missing in parts from Rangers’ squad in recent seasons.

Reflecting on his time in Rangers’ dressing room as a player, Naismith recalled moments when some teammates were content with less-than-ideal results, underscoring the importance of a competitive mentality that demands continuous improvement. He implied that Devlin’s attitude could help instill this drive within the squad as they push for silverware.

With McInnes looking to reshape the team ahead of a new campaign, Devlin’s arrival is seen as a strategic move to strengthen both the squad’s character and its competitiveness in domestic and European fixtures. How the midfielder adapts to the heightened demands at Ibrox will be closely watched by supporters and analysts alike.