Bigger than Curtis? Rangers F.C. already boast their next superstar

Rangers F.C. may already have a bigger talent than Findlay Curtis

It’s no secret that Rangers F.C. have struggled to consistently produce first-team regulars from their academy in recent years, often turning to external signings instead of promoting from within.

Since Nathan Patterson—who was sold for a significant fee after a brief breakthrough—few young players have truly made a lasting impact at Ibrox.

Curtis offers hope for the future

This season, there have been glimpses of promise. Findlay Curtis emerged as one of the club’s brightest young prospects, even earning a surprise call-up to the Scotland national team squad after a loan spell at Kilmarnock F.C..

Earlier in the campaign, Curtis impressed with a string of lively performances, even drawing comparisons with on-loan Mikey Moore. His versatility and attacking threat caught the eye, and his international recognition under Steve Clarkeunderlines his growing reputation.

However, his involvement dipped following the arrival of Danny Röhl, leading to his temporary move away in search of regular minutes.

A new star emerging at Ibrox

While Curtis remains a talent to watch, Rangers may already have an even more exciting prospect on their hands.

Teenage winger Zebedee Lawson, who joined from Brighton & Hove Albion F.C., has quickly built a reputation as one of the club’s most promising young players.

Signed as a 16-year-old in what was seen as a major coup, Lawson has wasted little time making an impression—highlighted by a stunning hat-trick in a dominant Scottish Youth Cup performance and a senior debut earlier this year.

Future on the wings?

At just 17, Lawson’s pace, directness and ability to take on defenders have already set him apart. Like Moore, he thrives in wide areas, cutting inside and causing constant problems for opposition backlines.

With questions still surrounding the long-term future of some senior wingers, and opportunities opening up under Röhl, the pathway could soon be clear for Lawson—and fellow youngster Kyle Glasgow—to stake their claim.

For a club eager to rediscover its academy identity, Lawson might just be the standout talent who leads that revival—perhaps even surpassing Curtis in the process.