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⚽ Rangers’ Hidden Gem? Lyall Cameron Has the Stats to Shine
Rangers fans, keep your eyes on Lyall Cameron.
The 22-year-old midfielder arrives from Dundee FC with much less noise than some recent signings, but his numbers from the 2024/25 season speak volumes. Cameron has the potential to be the surprise package for Rangers in the 2025/26 campaign — and we’ve got the stats to prove it.
📈 From Youth Prospect to Ibrox: Cameron’s Steady Rise
Lyall Cameron’s journey to Ibrox is a story of resilience, patience, and hard work. A product of the Dundee FC youth academy, he steadily climbed the ranks, earning his professional debut in 2019. Rather than making an immediate impact, Cameron took the longer route — gaining valuable experience during loan spells at Peterhead and Montrose. It was during the 2022/23 season that he truly announced himself, becoming a standout performer in the Championship. His development continued in the Premiership, where his influence on games grew dramatically. Now, after years of graft and progression, Cameron has earned his move to Rangers — a testament to his character and consistency.
🔢 Lyall Cameron 2024/25 Stats Breakdown
- Appearances: 33
- Goals: 9
- Assists: 4
- Chances Created: 36
- Successful Dribbles: 13
- FotMob Rating: 7.39
📊 Here’s a visual summary of his performance:
📊 How Does Cameron Stack Up Against Hagi and Bajrami?
When we compare Cameron’s key attacking stats to Ianis Hagi and Nedim Bajrami — two creative midfielders with international pedigree — the numbers are compelling:
| Player | Goals | Assists | Chances Created | Dribbles | FotMob Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyall Cameron | 9 | 4 | 36 | 13 | 7.39 |
| Ianis Hagi (2024/25*) | 3 | 3 | 28 | 9 | 6.92 |
| Nedim Bajrami (2024/25*) | 5 | 2 | 25 | 10 | 7.01 |
*Estimates based on publicly available performance data from FotMob and Transfermarkt
Cameron not only contributed more goals but also created more chances and maintained a higher average match rating — all while playing for a mid-table Dundee side.
🎯 What Makes Cameron a Perfect Fit for Rangers?
- Versatility: Comfortable as a central, attacking, or defensive midfielder, and even on the left wing.
- Productivity: Goal involvement every 2.9 games.
- Creativity: 89th percentile for chances created among midfielders.
- Drive: At just 22, his best years are ahead of him.
With Rangers transitioning under new leadership and seeking young, hungry talent, Cameron’s energy, vision, and end product make him an ideal fit for a squad that needs fresh impetus in midfield.
