Danny Rohl explains Lyall Cameron Rangers squad absence

Danny Rohl <i>(Image: Jane Barlow)</i>
Danny Rohl (Image: Jane Barlow)
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Rangers' midfielder Lyall Cameron is not injured despite missing recent squad selections.

Fans were left questioning Cameron's fitness after he was absent from matches against Hibs and Celtic.

However, head coach Danny Rohl reassured supporters that Cameron's absence was not due to any new injury concerns.

Rohl said: "I think this is always abut how many players you can take and then you have to look at which positions you have to double up and what could happen during the game."



Cameron had not played in the matches against Falkirk and Dundee United after recovering from an injury.

He did, however, play the last nine minutes of the game against Kilmarnock.

Despite this, he was not part of the squad for the last two games.

Earlier in the season, Cameron enjoyed more game time under the management of Russell Martin, though he was not always a starter.

Rohl explained that his squad choices are based on the needs of each game rather than long-term plans.

He said: "Sometimes it's hard for some players.

"It was just about this game; I think it's always important for my players to understand I pick the squad for the next game and not for the next four weeks."

He also hinted at the possibility of Cameron being selected in future matches, saying: "There are so many games and tomorrow I have to decide again."

This leaves the door open for Cameron's return to the squad, depending on the needs of the team and his performance in training.

The midfielder's absence from recent games is not a reflection of his abilities or fitness, but rather the result of strategic squad selection.

Fans will be eager to see how Cameron fits into Rohl's plans going forward.

As the season progresses, his role in the squad could become more defined.

For now, supporters will be relieved to know that the player is fit and healthy, and could soon be seen back on the pitch.

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