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Raskin starts after Rangers reject bid, Celtic new signings on bench in live coverage

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Rangers midfielder Nicolas Raskin has been included in the starting lineup for the match against Falkirk, indicating the club's stance after rejecting a transfer bid for the Belgian. Meanwhile, new Celtic signings appear among the substitutes, suggesting they are being gradually integrated into the squad. The match appears to be part of a live blog or live coverage, given the URL structure pointing to a Falkirk vs Rangers fixture. The lineup choices provide early insight into both Glasgow clubs' intentions for the fixture and beyond.

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Socc360 insight

Rangers opting to start Raskin immediately after rejecting a bid sends a clear signal: the Belgian remains central to their plans this season, and the club is unmoved by incoming offers. For Celtic, placing recent arrivals on the bench rather than thrusting them into the starting XI reflects a measured approach to integration, which could limit their immediate impact but suggests a longer-term tactical fit is being prioritised. Both choices underline how Old Firm clubs are managing squad depth and market positioning at a critical point in the campaign.

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Data source: skysports.com (via Socc360). Last updated .

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Raskin starts after Rangers reject bid, Celtic new signings on bench in live coverage · Socc360