Rangers are holding further talks with Kevin Muscat and his club Shanghai Port as they look to appoint a new head coach.

Sky Sports News revealed on Wednesday that the 52-year-old was emerging as the frontrunner for the job.

While Ibrox sources insist Muscat is not their only candidate, Rangers are locked in discussions with the Australian and his club, who are currently involved in a title race in China.

Muscat's side are two points clear at the top of the table, with the last of their four remaining league games scheduled for November 22.

If compensation between the clubs and personal terms with Muscat are agreed, his current situation could mean he can't depart for Ibrox until Shanghai Port's title race concludes.

Rangers could then appoint an interim boss, with Neil McCann under

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