Rangers midfielder Connor Barron is eyeing a dream conclusion to the season, seeking to clinch the Scottish Premiership title and secure a place in Scotland's World Cup squad. The 23-year-old has recently returned from a knee injury that kept him sidelined for over two months. Prior to his injury, Barron's form earned him consecutive call-ups to the national team in October and November, including a historic World Cup qualification victory over Denmark.
Since his return in mid-March, Barron has been used as a substitute, with Tochi Chukwuani preferred as Nico Raskin's midfield partner. However, Barron is determined to contribute to the title race and catch the eye of Scotland manager Steve Clarke before the World Cup. The competition for a spot in the Scotland squad is intense, with established players like Scott McTominay, Billy Gilmour, and Lewis Ferguson likely to be included.
Barron believes he can bring energy, composure, and tenacity to the national team, and is focused on performing well to secure a place in the squad. With five games remaining, Rangers are one point behind leaders Hearts, and Barron is confident that the team has the right mindset to cope with the demands of the title race. He is eager for more first-team opportunities and is hungry to win the league and participate in the World Cup.