Gers Chase Aussie Star

by Lindsay Herron

RANGERS are hoping to make Australian international star Matt McKay their next signing as Ally McCoist continues to bolster the squad.

The official site can reveal that the 28-year-old midfield star is firmly in McCoist's sights and a deal could be done this week.

McKay is in the UK as Australia have a friendly international with Wales on Wednesday night and Rangers would love to do a deal before the Europa League play-off deadline on Thursday.

The Brisbane Roar captain is at the peak of his form having become a regular in the Australian national team and named Player of the Season in the A-League by the Aussie media.

He captained the Roar to their first Australian title and was inspirational in the 4-2 A League final game against Central Coast Mariners.

McKay comes highly recommended by former team mate Craig Moore who, of course, spent nearly 10 years at Rangers, and Ian Ferguson who has watched McKay blossom during his time in Austalian football.

He also played beside Charlie Miller who was also impressed by his ability.

There are work permit issues but Rangers hope to overcome them and get McKay on board.

McKay, who is left sided but can play in the centre of midfield, has 16 caps for his country.

http://www.rangers.co.uk/articles/20110807/exclusive-gers-chase-aussie-star_2254024_2412727

"Star"?

Yeah great, reckon he might bring some pace to the centre. Just not looking forward to the idiots on facebook making "Matt McKay loyal" and "Matt McKay FTP" groups. Why do they feel the need to do that everytime we're so much as rumoured to be watching anyone?

Cos they're bumholes with nothing better to do.

We've missed out on Verhoek to Nottingham Forrest Whyte i'm going to kick you in the <censored> nuts if you don't get you're <censored> checkbook out. .