STEVEN GERRARD hopes Filip Helander will be fit to return to action in the coming weeks following his foot injury.
The Swede hasn't featured for Rangers since being forced off during the Betfred Cup final defeat to Celtic in December.
Helander ould be available again next month and Gerrard said: “He’s progressing well but it’s not an immediate return. I’m hoping he will be close towards the end of February or the beginning of March. We won’t be able to determine that until he’s back outside kicking balls again.
“It’s been frustrating but he’s handled the situation ever so professionally. Fil is very low maintenance; he’s a very humble guy and he accepted the injury pretty quickly. He knew it was a slow burner and he knew he had to be in a boot for six weeks.
“But he’s continued to smile and go about his work. We’ve certainly missed him as he gives us that balance on the left side of defence. When I have all four centre backs available, we’ll certainly be stronger."
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