16 Feb 2026 15:33:40
Interesting to see his progress, but there are a couple of well regarded people in the game see a bit of Romelu Lukaku in Chermiti.
Might be a stretch but time will tell.
16 Feb 2026 16:03:05
If Chermiti is even near as good as Romelu Lukaku, that would do me. ? Tbh, Figo and many Portuguese coaches who've coached Chermiti in the past all rave about his ability and how good he'll become. ?
16 Feb 2026 16:41:30
Chermiti did very well yesterday, comfortably his best game in a blue jersey. But I think some of the Chermiti brigade are getting a bit carried away by one performance. Let's see him do that over a run of games before we proclaim him as the answer.
16 Feb 2026 17:30:36
Consistency is key, as you say, Jackboy. I hope he is able to score on a regular basis, benefiting him and us in the long run. ?
16 Feb 2026 17:46:21
He's more of a cross between Bergkamp and Harry Kane, in my opinion.
16 Feb 2026 17:49:46
Let's give the big man some credit. He is still young and developing. We should be singing his praises and start using the Dembelle calculator when discussing him. Let's start with 20 million... We must be the only supporters not to talk up our players.
16 Feb 2026 17:51:23
I see Chermiti as the new Dessers, run down by the majority, but we always loved him.
16 Feb 2026 18:05:13
Jackboy, I don't think the Chermiti brigade, as you call them, are getting carried away. I think they're just pleased for the boy, and are delighted he's showing he definitely is a talent, and, of course, he's still very young, with much more to come, along with, hopefully, his consistency to score goals on a regular basis.
? He definitely has ability and nobody can deny that. ?
16 Feb 2026 18:15:29
Young players struggle for consistency. Playing at a good level for months and years builds that. Chermiti has the attributes, that's why we forked out for him. It's all about building on what he's got. He could be a real player if we give him a chance.
16 Feb 2026 18:29:20
Jim. ????? No matter what he did yesterday, he needs to be replaced.
16 Feb 2026 18:50:28
Jackboy, it's clear as day he has ability. It seems some wouldn't like him being a success at Rangers so they can say 'see'. Try supporting every player that puts that jersey on. You were probably one that didn't want him starting yesterday. Try trusting the man that got us in this position. I think he knows far better than your average fan.
16 Feb 2026 18:55:01
I'm putting my neck on the line and saying it now. Big Chermiti will hit double figures this season!
Only needs another 3. ?
16 Feb 2026 19:54:18
Fool, I'm looking for another 10 in 14 games.
16 Feb 2026 19:58:08
Don't think there are any true fans who do not want Chermiti to be a success, as it will be a win-win situation. He helps us win games, & we make a profit when he moves on.
16 Feb 2026 20:08:04
Reminds me of a young Kanu.
16 Feb 2026 20:13:58
Every supporter of our club wants every player to be successful.
16 Feb 2026 20:22:40
So next match then, that'll be good, onwards and upwards.
16 Feb 2026 20:39:09
Foolmonty, if he hits double figures in his debut season, then imo that's a great start. Considering 6 goals have been against our title rivals, we still have at least 4 games against them. It could be double figures before the split. ?
16 Feb 2026 21:34:03
You know what, I am still on the fence re the big man, but a moment stood out for me yesterday, and it was not any of the three goals, but the chasing back down the line (our right) to hassle the Hearts player and win the throw-in.
Now, that, to me, showed the commitment I expect from every team member, but to be the guy up front and chasing back was great to see.
16 Feb 2026 21:46:46
Mystar, it's pretty clear I want him to do well. Why wouldn't I? You're spot on, I didn't want him starting, but I'm not here to say "see if he fails" (which is what you're doing the other way after yesterday). I'm looking for way more from a Rangers striker than what I've seen from him up to now.
Even adding yesterday's performance in, I still highly doubt he's good enough going forward, and I still say seven goals to this point is a massive underachievement. I hope he bangs them in over the next 3 months, but he won't in my opinion. Up front is the weakest area of the squad for me.
16 Feb 2026 22:10:11
Jack Boy, I've never read a post where u don't want a player to do well. U, like me and everyone on here, are entitled to their opinion.
16 Feb 2026 22:15:37
He's played well in a big percentage of games for Rangers. The idea that he's only played well against Celtic and Hearts is just nonsense. Jackboy, try supporting him. He scored six goals in four games against Celtic and Hearts; that must be where the good comes from. You clearly don't see he's involved in more than goals.
He won most duels yesterday. His ball control is a different class, great feet for a big man. I read on here last week that his ball control was poor; they must be watching a different player from me. He's good at linking up play. It's getting rather boring talking about him constantly. If you see nothing, I'm cool with that.
16 Feb 2026 22:31:01
Hopefully the boy finds a level of consistency. He's only 21. I think he will be different class next season.
17 Feb 2026 04:59:57
I absolutely agree with you there, My Star. Big Chermiti has terrific feet, and is very skilful, with undoubtedly technical ability. ? Like I said, mate, if he can score goals consistently, on a regular basis, then I think we have a very good striker on our hands. ? His attitude/workrate is also good. ? ??
17 Feb 2026 07:25:13
I think with Chermiti we all forget his age and first-team experience. This is his first season, and he's 21. I myself have jumped in against him, but am shocked when it's mentioned he's 21. How many other players are banging in goals in their first half-season? I think the weight of expectation is great to have pinned all hope on someone so young, but sticking with him shall bear fruit. The fact he scores in the big games is a great sign. Some players and even outspoken pundits never scored against the big teams. Goals will come to him as confidence grows, but youth coupled with the price tag can weigh heavy, as he has no reference point to fall back on to give reassurance that he can get through things.
As we gain experience, we can say to ourselves, "Well, this happened before; we can get through it." As a young guy facing the know-it-all scrutiny of the Scottish press, pundits, and fans, that will have been like nothing he's experienced. I believe his scoring will naturally pick up along with his profile, and we will not be able to keep him. Next year he will be top scorer for the time he is with us. I believe this, but I have thought, "Sell him, get him out," then I realised his age. It's definitely a confidence issue in games. A manager will pick the striker performing in training, and he must be doing that. We all want Rangers players to succeed; we just have to remember this isn't always instant.
17 Feb 2026 07:58:52
Lukaku, Bergkamp, Kane, Kanu, Christ, nothing like pressure. Seriously, bonkers in here. Let the boy play without the lofty comparisons, and see where, or if, he gets there. He is not a finished article; he is a work in progress. Let him be.
17 Feb 2026 08:27:17
Looking at the opinions of him now compared to two months ago, there is definitely improvement.
For me, his work rate and all-round work for the team had never been in doubt.
He just had to get himself into those goal-poacher positions more often at the end of moves, and grab more goals.
Fingers crossed he can go on a run.
17 Feb 2026 08:32:22
If he came up through our academy, we would all be singing his praises and believing we have a future star in our hands. It's not his fault he came with the price tag.
Believe me, I had my head in my hands at the miss against Well, as did Danny. But we move forward, and hope for the day he improves significantly in terms of consistency.
17 Feb 2026 08:35:40
Having Naderi up beside him helped.
17 Feb 2026 09:00:01
Not sure Jesus played football, Fork. ?
17 Feb 2026 09:03:19
Naderi is not shy, & can put himself about. I think this helps Chemiti and allows him to find space. Good luck to both of them, but, as always, strikers will be measured by goals. Let's hope both of them get a barrow load. ? ?
17 Feb 2026 09:19:06
Football has evolved, though, and strikers are valued more now for their overall contribution. While goals remain the primary aim, a striker's worth is now heavily measured by their role in creating chances, holding up play, and defensive contribution.
As an example, look at Roberto Firmino at Liverpool, who never got above 12 goals in a league season but was an integral part of the way the team played.
17 Feb 2026 09:21:26
Chermiti and Naderi were excellent v Hearts, and we looked to have found a new striking partnership.
The three goals Chermiti scored were class, and hopefully this is the catalyst going forward for the remainder of the season.
Great result. ⚽️⚽️⚽️
17 Feb 2026 09:22:39
Really MPH. ? ? ?
17 Feb 2026 10:22:51
Correct, Angus. Nothing is taken into consideration except goals. He brings much more to the table than goals. Some don't see it or just don't even understand it.
17 Feb 2026 10:55:02
Who likened Chermiti to Bergkamp? ?
17 Feb 2026 10:57:48
Sorry, Star, but that's really condescending, commenting on what others see or don't see. u don't know what they see, and calling into question their understanding. You are not the authority on how a person thinks or views a player because it doesn't align with yours.
It's about opinions, and, as I've stated from day one, the boy was improving and has done well at times, other times not so good.
He is not the finished article and is still developing. Comparisons I commented on earlier are frankly ludicrous. Let the boy find his feet 1st, then see where he goes from there.
17 Feb 2026 11:20:11
Fork, not aimed at you, just to discuss. I agree, we all see different things, and it is all about opinions, but the point as well is that his game is about more than just goals.
We had a striker who scored goals, but the same people who criticised his other play are now saying that it is only about goals. They can't have it both ways. ?
17 Feb 2026 11:22:02
Fork, just getting tired of talking about him, and yes, if they see nothing in him, fair enough.
17 Feb 2026 11:23:52
Fork he does it all the time he thinks he is the oracle of this site when he has a poor record of saying who is and isn't a player. You would think he would learn but obviously not.
17 Feb 2026 11:24:44
Fork, I never compared him with anyone, mate, but it's not very hard to see his ability, and some don't, is all I mean. I'm cool with that.
17 Feb 2026 11:25:58
Angus, that's not true about Bobby Firmino 2017/18; he scored 15 goals and 7 assists in 37 league games. I don't understand why people post things without checking. ?
17 Feb 2026 12:30:36
Which bit? I hope it's not a bit like the Lukaku that played for Chelsea and Man United.
17 Feb 2026 12:59:15
Storm, sorry, he scored more than 12 in one of the eight seasons he was there. I don't know why people pick on one element of a post, thinking they are being clever by pointing out the one time he did it. So, I will rephrase to keep you happy:
Roberto Firmino, who in only one of eight seasons scored over 12 league goals, was nevertheless considered to be one of the best strikers in his time with the club, despite not scoring at a 20-goal-a-season rate.
17 Feb 2026 13:37:29
Mystar, you react like no one else has ever played, coached or watched the game - I'm fully aware there's more to a striker than goals. I'm not daft, he works hard, yes, that's the bare minimum expected of every player though. I don't see someone with great ball control, he doesn't travel with the ball very well or link the play particularly well, and he doesn't score nearly enough.
What traits do you look for in a successful Rangers striker? Other than hold-up play, of course. ?
17 Feb 2026 14:14:21
Never mentioned goals in my comment, Angus. It's about how any poster views a player. Goals wasn't the point I was making.
I'm talking about others comparing Star, not you, bud. He doesn't need that at his stage of development.
17 Feb 2026 15:23:40
So he wins 52+% of aerial duels, higher than the two top scoring CFs in the league. He has a higher shot conversion rate than Maswahise (M) and Shankland (S). He has a higher goals per 90 minutes rate than S, and similar to M. His shot accuracy is better than both as well, i.e. he hits the target more often. He has missed fewer big chances than both; his xG is higher than S and lower than M. He is fast, 35 km/h, and can be used to run channels well. He has scored more goals vs top 6 opposition than the other two and than Nygren of Celtic as well.
So he has a good few plus points at his age and in a system which perhaps didn't suit him as well, where he was isolated.
Playing with Naderi will help that.
On the negative side, he does lose the ball more often than the other two per 90 minutes, although less times overall. His pass success rate is lower. Whilst he has less big misses than the other two, he has more per 90 minutes, having played 800 minutes less than the other two (just under 9 games).
So, as Rohl says, he is a young developing CF who is inconsistent rather than not talented. This is the type of player we have been looking at to buy, develop and sell at a profit. Personally, I would like to see him play next season as well to see how much he can progress.
17 Feb 2026 16:10:16
Some great points there, Angus, I'm a fan of both giving guys a chance, especially young foreign players, and also trying to be realistic about how someone has performed when sometimes the result has not gone for us.
I totally agree that goals are important for our number 9, so I can see where Storm, Jackboy, MPH and a few others are coming from, but I've seen a lot to like about the lad in a lot more than two games.
Also feel like he's not missed a huge amount of chances; a couple of high-profile ones, but McCoist, Dessers, Morelos all missed a barrowload.