In the midst of swirling speculations regarding Jack Butland’s potential move back to the Premier League, Michael Bridge has raised doubts as to why the goalkeeper would want to depart from Rangers this summer.
Bridge, a reputable Sky Sports journalist, has emphasized the promising scenario for Butland at Ibrox, suggesting that if Rangers secure the league title, it could propel Butland into contention for a spot in the England squad. He further asserted that Butland’s evident affection for the club, coupled with the adoration he receives from the fans, would make him feel like the “greatest person on earth,” adding significant weight to his decision to stay.
In an exclusive statement to Give Me Sport on March 21st, Bridge articulated his perspective, stating: “If you are Rangers’ number-one goalkeeper, who has taken over from Allan McGregor, and go on to win the Scottish Premiership, he has got a very, very good chance of making the England squad.”
He continued, underscoring Butland’s apparent contentment in Scotland: “Every time I listen to Jack Butland, I hear him just say how much he is loving it in Scotland. When you are loved at Rangers, you feel like the greatest person on earth, so I don’t see why he would rush to move back down south. It looks like he is really enjoying his time up there. If he is on the fringes of the England squad now, why would he leave?”
The remarks from Bridge shed light on the dynamics surrounding Butland’s potential career trajectory, painting a picture of a player who may find compelling reasons to extend his tenure at Rangers amidst the allure of a Premier League return.