Mikey Moore has explained why he chose to join Rangers on loan, while Tottenham fans will also be excited about what the Scottish club’s manager, Russel Martin, has said about the Spurs academy graduate.
Tottenham Hotspur confirmed earlier today that Moore has joined Rangers on a season-long loan deal, with no obligation or option to buy.
Tottenham were initially reluctant to let Moore go, but the winger was keen on getting regular game time, with the North Londoners agreeing that a loan move would be best for the 17-year-old’s long-term development.
Thomas Frank will be hoping that the versatile attacker is ready to compete for a place in his starting lineup when he returns to Hotspur Way next summer.
Mikey Moore confesses his love for Rangers after Tottenham loan
According to reports, Moore rejected advances from several Championship clubs in favour of a move to Rangers.
The teenager has now explained why he chose to join the Gers, revealing that he and his family have always loved the club, while also citing the club’s attacking style of play as a reason.
Moore said on completing a switch to the Glasgow giants (Rangers Official): “I’m excited to get going. As soon as I heard Rangers were interested and wanted me to come, it was a massive opportunity for me. I’m excited to be here, and hopefully I can show the fans and everyone what I can do.
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“I’ve always loved Rangers as a club. My family have always loved them. I think with the new boss and the way that we play, it’s a great place to be at the minute. It was a pretty easy decision for me to come here.”
Russell Martin expects Moore to have a big impact
Some sources have claimed that it is Russell Martin who convinced Moore that a switch to Glasgow would be the right one for him.
The former Southampton boss has now admitted that the Spurs academy graduate is exactly the kind of player he was looking to sign and believes that the youngster can hit the ground running at Ibrox.
Martin said: “We are thrilled to bring Mikey on loan for this season. His profile as a brave, aggressive attacking player is one that we were keen to add to the squad, and he is certainly a player who, despite his age, can make an impact on the team from day one.
“He is a player with huge potential, and it is testament to his quality that he has been entrusted by Spurs in both the Premier League and UEFA Europa League with such regularity over the last 18 months.”