Rangers are set to welcome Jayden Meghoma, a 20-year-old left-back from Brentford, on a loan deal ahead of the League Cup tie against St Mirren. The move is a timely boost to the backline, which has been depleted by a groin injury to first-choice left-back Tuur Rommens. Meghoma, who spent the entirety of last season at Ibrox on a season-long loan, racked up 44 appearances across all competitions for Rangers, including eight outings in the UEFA Europa League. He chipped in with one goal and six assists, registering an 87% passing completion rate in European competition. The timing of the move is not coincidental, as Rangers are currently 5 points behind leaders Celtic in the title race. With Celtic pushing hard domestically this season, Rangers' backline needs reliable, proven personnel on every flank. Meghoma's loan deal sidesteps the need for Rangers to pursue a permanent arrangement with a club like AEK Athens, which would have drained their transfer budget. The England Under-20 international brings Europa League experience that no alternative from outside the club currently offer on short notice. With Ben Godfrey, José Cifuentes, and Youssef Chermiti currently sidelined, Meghoma's return is a welcome addition to the squad. Rangers are currently 9th in the Premiership, with 1 point from 2 games, and a recent form of LD. They are 5 points behind leaders Celtic in the title race and have a next fixture against Dundee at home on December 30th.