Rangers defender Leon King could miss the start of next season after suffering an ankle injury in training.
The club have announced the 19-year-old will be sidelined for a “significant period of time” after sustaining a blow during a pre-season camp in Germany.
Rangers begin their cinch Premiership campaign away at Kilmarnock on August 5.
A club statement read: “Rangers FC can confirm defender Leon King suffered a contact injury to his ankle at the club’s pre-season training camp in Germany on Monday which will rule him out for a significant period of time.
“Leon is being looked after by the club’s medical staff and a further update will follow in due course. Everyone at the club wishes Leon a speedy recovery.”
The teenager made 23 appearances for Rangers last season and was heavily involved in the club’s Champions League campaign featuring in all six group games.
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