Fair enough: if we've paid a significant fee for a player then the basic ask is simple — show up and perform. Fans aren't being daft or xenophobic; they're judging by what they see on the pitch. If the end product isn't there, the noise will be loud and justified.
It's about performances, not origins
Let’s be clear. Nobody's attacking where someone comes from. Supporters are harsh on anyone who doesn't pull their weight. We've seen it with Tav, Barron, Chermiti, Dio and Raskin — names you've mentioned — and it’s always the same thing: poor output gets criticism, whether the player is homegrown or flown in from abroad.
Why the bar is higher at Rangers
Playing for Rangers brings expectations. The stadium, the history, the size of the club — they all amplify responses. You could be the nicest lad in the world, but fans want goals, assists, or at least consistent impact. That’s not a personality test; it’s about value for money and effort every match.
What Skov needs to do
We don’t need to invent tactics to make the point. He needs more end product, better positioning, and to show consistency game after game. Press when required, link play when asked, and make the big moments count. Small things add up: sharper decision-making, timing runs, and not disappearing in key phases of a match.
To be fair, agents and players know the job. Rangers remain an attractive destination. If a player doesn’t perform, criticism follows — that’s football. The conversation here boils down to performance, nothing more. Fans can be harsh, yes, but they’re not targeting origins. They want results. Simple as that.
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