Findlay Curtis is entering this season with clear ambition, and it shows in how he talks about his football. The 20-year-old midfielder has returned to Ibrox determined to establish himself as one of the best players in the Scottish Premiership, and after the experiences he’s had over the past year, few would bet against him pushing hard to get there.
Curtis spent time on loan at Kilmarnock, where regular first-team football helped sharpen his game and gave him the kind of match experience that’s often hard to come by for young players at a club the size of Rangers. On top of that, he was part of Scotland’s World Cup squad, an experience he’s described as memorable and one that will only add to his growing maturity as a player. Combining loan-honed consistency with the exposure of a major international tournament is a rare mix for a 20-year-old, and Curtis appears eager to build on both.
Now back at Ibrox, he’s under no illusions about the challenge ahead. Competition for places in Derek McInnes’ squad is fierce, and Curtis knows that nothing will be handed to him. Instead, he’s leaning on the values that got him this far: hard work and consistency. It’s a refreshingly grounded outlook from a player who could easily lean on reputation alone.
Looking ahead, Curtis has been specific about where he wants to improve. He’s targeting better output in front of goal, both in terms of scoring and creating chances for teammates, while also wanting to make a real impact when Rangers compete in Europe. Those are exactly the kind of markers that separate promising young players from established first-team regulars.With Rangers aiming to challenge for silverware this season, Curtis clearly sees himself as part of that push. If his early-season application matches his ambition, Ibrox fans could be watching a player ready to make his mark.