Rangers fans groups launched a scathing attack on chairman Sir David Murray last week following much to the astonishment of Rangers midfielder Maurice Edu. "It's unexpected," he said of the criticism. "But, at the same time, I guess it shows the fans' passion. They want the best for the club.

"But you have to look at the fact that we were seven points behind Celtic and now we are two points behind so we are sitting in a pretty good position.

"There are still a lot of games left this season and the team is confident.

"It's important that the fans get behind us and encourage us and support us because we are going to need their support in this final stretch.

"I think there is more passion here than back home so the criticism is going to be a little bit more harsh, they are going to be a little bit more critical of things.

"It's part of the game and you just have to have a thick skin and get on with the game."