In another world, Connor Goldson could have left Rangers after lifting the Scottish Cup.

Speculation was surrounding the Ibrox centre-back ahead of last season's Hampden showpiece final against Hearts.

Goldson's contract was expiring in the summer with rumours linking Goldson with a move back down south - and little expectation of an extension.

Even Goldson himself was unsure where he would be as he headed out for a potential farewell appearance against Hearts.

"Obviously I didn't know at that time - me and the club hadn't spoken," said Goldson in an interview with Rangers TV.

"We said we would speak after it which we did. 

"At the time I didn't know if it was going to be my last game or not.

"It was good to win the trophy...the contract was signed the next week."

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Goldson delighted fans when he extended his stay in Glasgow over the summer as he committed to another four years at Rangers.

And he's eyeing another trophy this Sunday in the Viaplay Cup final against Celtic.

While Goldson has experience lifting the Scottish Cup and Scottish Premiership trophies with Rangers, it would be a new experience for defensive partner Ben Davies.

The pair are expected to start together at Hampden having developed an impressive partnership since Davies' arrival in the summer.

"He leads the back four well," said Davies of Goldson. "He can play some good football but he is not afraid to clear his lines.

"He's got a similar mindset to me in the fact that we can look good and pass the ball nicely after we've defended. We defend first.

"I think that the similar mindset has helped us get along well together."

Goldson added: "It has just happened quite naturally, worked quite well.

"He has played at a good standard through his career and you can see that in his performances.

"The more we can play together and the more we understand each other then it can only get better."