Michael Mols 9, Striker

Born: Amsterdam (Netherlands) 17/12/1970

Michael Mols joined the Dutch contingent at Ibrox when he completed a £4million pound move in the summer of 1999

He showed early on why Dick Advocaat had shelled out for his 28-year-old countryman.

He scored two stunning goals on his debut in Finland against FC Haka, and quickly added 5 Premier League goals in just two starts at the beginning of the season.

Filling the number 9 role at Ibrox is a difficult task but Mols is already a favourite amongst the fans.

His blistering pace and sublime footwork make him a tough prospect for any opposing defender, and he gave World Cup winner Lilian Thuram a tough night when Parma visited Ibrox for the first leg of their Champions' League qualifier.

But after 20 appearances including 9 premier league goals in 9 starts Mols suffered a knee ligament injury against Bayern Munich in the last game of Rangers Champions' League campaign.

With an operation required it seems fans of the Dutchman will not see him again until next season with a suspected 6-9 month lay off to recover.

How Rangers compensate for the loss of the uncredibly gifted forward may well have a bearing on the level of success they achieve this season.

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