Rangers manager Ally McCoist has confirmed his interest in Christophe Berra

and Boris Pandza as he seeks to strengthen his defence ahead of the new season.

McCoist has already held talks with Berra, 27, who is a free agent after being released by Wolves.

And he believes the Scotland international fits the bill perfectly as he steps up his efforts to recruit a centre-half for Rangers' assault on the Second Division.

McCoist told the club's website: "Without doubt, Christophe is someone I'm looking at.

"He's a player I would think ticks the vast majority of the boxes. He's a great age, a good player and he has vast experience."

Also on McCoist's wanted list is Bosnian defender Pandza, who was recommended by former Gers left-back Sasa Papac.

The 26-year-old is also a free agent and most recently turned out for Belgian side Mechelen.

Former striker Nacho Novo - who has expressed a desire to return to Ibrox - has been training at Murray Park but McCoist played down the Spaniard's chances of being offered a deal.

McCoist has made seven signings so far, with Honduran midfielder Arnold Peralta set to arrive in Scotland next midweek after a holiday.

However, Rangers interim chief executive Craig Mather has warned more players may have to leave before he sanctions any more new recruits.

Meanwhile, former Rangers striker Gordon Durie has joined the club’s coaching staff to work with the reserve and under-20 players.

Taken from telegraph.co.uk