Rangers have endured some difficult moments domestically and on the continent so far this season.
They missed out on Champions League football, falling at the first qualifying hurdle to Dynamo Kyiv, and they were sorely beaten 3-0 by Celtic in the Old Firm clash at the start of last month. Then there was a delayed return to Ibrox - plus the resignation of chairman John Bennett due to ill-health.
Nevertheless, Philippe Clement’s side are only five points off top spot in the Premiership, having only dropped points to Celtic and an opening-day draw at Hearts. They are in the semi-finals of the Premier Sports Cup and while losing heavily 4-1 to Lyon in the Europa League, they did prevail 2-0 at Malmo.
The ratings of their squad tell the story of this season’s mixed bag. Manager Clement has always stressed that his team needs time to gel and mature - a commodity not often afforded to Rangers players. We give each player a mark out of 10 for their overall displays so far.
21. Cyriel Dessers
Still missed the odd sitter, but the Nigerian's seven goals and three assists in 13 appearances are a good return for a Rangers No 9. Continues to lead the line diligently. 8 | SNS Group
22. Hamza Igamane
The young Moroccan has been given more first-team exposure lately, but is yet to score and requires more time and patience to make an impact at this level. 4 | SNS Group
23. Danilo
Back on the treatment table after recovering from a serious knee injury. Did score in one of his two appearances, though. 2 | SNS Group