A dramatic scenario has emerged at Rangers Football Club, imagining a surprise decision that would see Belgian midfielder Nicolas Raskin appointed as the club’s new captain ahead of Lawrence Shankland.
In this storyline, the unexpected leadership change sends shockwaves through the Rangers dressing room, with supporters left wondering how the decision could affect the squad’s atmosphere and leadership structure.
Raskin, who has previously worn the captain’s armband in the absence of other senior leaders, would be handed one of the biggest responsibilities at the club. His performances and commitment to Rangers have already earned appreciation from supporters, making the fictional appointment a major talking point.
The storyline then focuses on Shankland, who is portrayed as being deeply surprised by the hypothetical decision. After arriving at Rangers as a boyhood supporter and being officially named first-team captain for the 2026/27 season, the fictional change would represent a dramatic turn in his Rangers journey.
In the fictional scenario, Shankland privately informs the club that he needs time to consider his position and requests privacy while discussions take place. However, there is no verified evidence that he has actually submitted a resignation letter or asked to leave the club.
In reality, Rangers announced Shankland as their men’s first-team captain ahead of the 2026/27 campaign, succeeding James Tavernier. Raskin has nevertheless demonstrated his leadership credentials, including captaining Rangers during a 3–0 Old Firm victory when other senior captains were unavailable.
