James Tavernier has admitted uncertainty surrounding his future at Rangers, revealing that no new contract offer has yet been made as the season approaches its climax.
The experienced right-back, who has spent over a decade at Ibrox since joining from Wigan Athletic, remains focused on the present despite growing speculation about his long-term stay.
Asked if he had been offered a new contract, he told BBC Scotland: “Not as yet.
“Did he think he will still be at Rangers next season? “I don’t know,” he said.
“Time will tell for that one. I’m a man who always focuses on short-term.
“My wife’s asking me about summer holidays and what the kids need on their holidays and I’m saying ‘talk to me at a later date’ because that’s too far ahead for me.
“I am obviously excited for what the future brings.”
Despite increased competition for his position this season, Tavernier has continued to play a key role, starting the majority of his appearances and contributing an impressive 13 goals from defence.
Under new boss Danny Rohl, who replaced Russell Martin earlier in the campaign, Rangers have shown renewed energy and resilience in their push for the title.
Tavernier emphasized that no player is guaranteed a starting spot, highlighting the importance of maintaining performance levels week in, week out.
“Nobody is guaranteed to play football. You have to earn that right to start.”
As the title race intensifies, Rangers find themselves firmly in contention, sitting just one point behind Heart of Midlothian and ahead of reigning champions Celtic heading into the final stretch.
Reflecting on the team’s turnaround, Tavernier praised the squad’s mentality and ability to bounce back after a challenging start to the season.
“The mentality shift from what the boys were and what they are now since the manager’s come in and calmed the storm of when he first came in, I think the boys have responded really well.”
Although draws have cost them valuable points, the skipper pointed to the team’s overall consistency and resilience as reasons for optimism.
“We are moving in the right direction and we’ve just got to continue it,” Tavernier said, pointing to the 6-3 win over Falkirk last time out as an example of the “resilience” of the team.
“I feel we have put ourselves in a really good position coming into the split.”
With momentum building and team spirit high, Tavernier is relishing the competitive edge of the title race, even as questions over his own future remain unanswered.
“It is exciting for Scottish football and it should be, but I am focusing on Rangers.”
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