Warburton hails Barton signing

Mark Warburton says the signing of Joey Barton is a real statement of intent from Rangers as he also hailed the impact of head of recruitment Frank McParland at the club.

The Gers manager received a glowing reference from Burnley boss Sean Dyche about Barton, and he is looking forward to working with the midfielder, as well as fellow new signings Jordan Rossiter, Josh Windass and Matt Crooks.

Barton has signed a two-year deal with the Ibrox club and Warburton is confident he will have a positive effect on the likes of Jason Holt, Andy Halliday and Harry Forrester in the Rangers midfield.

“Bringing Joey to Rangers is a big statement of intent by the club,” he told The Sun. “He can help us get even more out of our developing talents, inspire everyone to get to the next level, winning more trophies, getting us where a club like Rangers has to be…at the very top.

“Joey brings an …

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