Lafferty looking for consistency

09 August 2010 18:31

Kyle Lafferty aims to show Rangers supporters he can score goals on a regular basis.

The 22-year-old striker is anxious to build on the end of last season when he scored five goals in seven games to silence some of his critics.

The departure of Kris Boyd to Middlesbrough has opened a window of opportunity for Lafferty, and he said: "I know it's a loss for Rangers with Kris going but hopefully I will get a chance to play up front and score goals. You have to take your chance at Rangers. I would like to think I can step up to the challenge."

Lafferty believes he can only improve under the stewardship of former Scotland and Rangers striker Ally McCoist, manager Walter Smith's right-hand man.

"Having Ally about in the backroom staff at Rangers has helped me develop," he said.

"You always learn from people like that who have a phenomenal goals tally.

"You need heart to wear the Rangers jersey and Ally still has that. His enthusiasm rubs off on everyone. All the coaching staff have been a big help."

Source: PA