🚨 Alfredo Morelos signs new Rangers contract | OneFootball

Alfredo Morelos has signed a new Rangers contract on the eve of the Old Firm derby.

The Colombian striker has scored six goals in 12 appearances since Steven Gerrard took over as manager in the summer and has now committed his long-term future to Rangers.

Morelos, 22, had been targeted by Bordeaux last week before the close of the transfer window.

“I am delighted to have extended my contract. This is such a massive club and I want to be with Rangers for as long as possible,” Morelos told the club’s official website.

“I appreciate very much the support I have been given and I believe I have a special bond with the fans. To play in front of them always excites me.”

Manager Steven Gerrard added:

“I said we were talking about giving Alfredo a new deal and I am delighted to confirm we have now done exactly that.

“Alfredo is a vital part of what we are trying to create here and although he has attracted close attention from other clubs it is important we hold on to him.”

The striker was called up to the Colombian national team last week and will hope to make his mark on Sunday as Rangers face Celtic in the season’s first Old Firm derby.