'Reminds me of Muller' - Naderi proving worth in Rangers revival

What the report says

BBC Sport Football reports that Rangers striker Ryan Naderi is emerging as an important figure in Derek McInnes’ side after a difficult start to his time at the club. The 23-year-old scored twice in a 3-1 win over Kilmarnock, helping Rangers move to the top of the Scottish Premiership and extend their winning run to seven matches in all competitions.

The article says Naderi, who joined from German third-tier club Hansa Rostock in February, initially drew scepticism from supporters after a modest goals return last season. That view has shifted in recent weeks, with the German-born Czech Republic striker now up to six goals and three assists this season. His recent contributions include the winning goal against Celtic before the international break, a decisive assist against St Mirren, and winners against Motherwell and Celtic.

Former Rangers forward Peter Lovenkrands told BBC Sportsound that Naderi’s style reminded him of Thomas Muller, describing him as an unorthodox player who can create chances in unusual ways. McInnes also praised Naderi’s work rate and finishing, saying he thrives when supplied with service into the box.

More broadly, the report places Naderi’s form in the context of Rangers’ wider revival after an early league setback and European disappointment. The club now sit one point clear of Celtic, who visit Motherwell next, with Rangers’ improved defence and attacking output strengthening talk that they could challenge for a first league title since 2021.