Portsmouth linked with Ross McCrorie return from Rangers - but Hibernian also keen

Pompey are 'believed to be keen' for Ross McCrorie to return for another season-long loan.
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According to the Daily Record, the Blues want to the Rangers man back after spending the previous campaign at Fratton Park.

But Kenny Jackett's side are said to have competition from Hibernian for McCrorie's signature.

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The Scotland under-21 captain moved to Pompey from the Gers last summer.

In total, McCrorie made 23 appearances as the Blues suffered League One play-off semi-final defeat to Oxford.

The 22-year-old returned to Ibrox and was involved in their pre-season set-up ahead of the 2020-21 campaign.

However, McCrorie was surplus to requirements for Rangers' opening-day victory at Aberdeen on Saturday.

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He wasn't included in the match-day squad in the 1-0 success at the Pittodrie Stadium.

Ross McCrorie has been linked with a move back to Pompey. Picture: Joe PeplerRoss McCrorie has been linked with a move back to Pompey. Picture: Joe Pepler
Ross McCrorie has been linked with a move back to Pompey. Picture: Joe Pepler

With McCrorie down the pecking order at the Scottish giants, Pompey reportedly want him back at PO4 ahead of a renewed push for the Championship.

He said: ‘I’m just going to get my head down and work hard, because I’ve got a lot to prove.

‘Then we’ll see what happens in the coming weeks.

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‘I’m not sure what will happen because I’ve not been back here long enough yet.

‘I need to think about it when the time comes (if a loan opportunity comes up again).

‘But I’m just thankful for the experience of being able to play for such a brilliant club like Portsmouth.’

However, Hibernian are also said to covet McCrorie.