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Mohamed Diomande absence at Rangers blessing in disguise vs St Mirren – here’s why

Rangers will be without Mohamed Diomande for the William Hill Premiership clash against St Mirren on Sunday.

Danny Rohl has confirmed that the Côte d’Ivoire international is unavailable to face the Buddies at SMISA Stadium on 15 March.

Speaking in his pre-match press conference, the German manager said, “Diomande will not be available on Sunday, but everyone else will be.”

Stephen Robinson has departed St Mirren to join Aberdeen, with Craig McLeish, Jamie Langfield and Allan McManus appointed on an interim basis for the Glaswegian outfit’s trip to Paisley. It will be intriguing to see how Rohl configures his side for this pivotal league encounter.

Tochi Chukwuani clear favourite to replace Mohamed Diomande

Diomande’s absence could prove a hidden advantage for the Gers, as it virtually guarantees Tochi Chukwuani will partner Nicolas Raskin in the midfield engine room.

The former Sturm Graz talent was surprisingly relegated to the bench against Celtic in the Scottish Gas Scottish Cup quarter-final at Ibrox on 8 March, a match the Light Blues ultimately lost on penalties.

It’s fair to say Rohl erred by selecting the Ivorian ace ahead of the winter arrival, but the German coach now appears to have his hand forced.

Chukwuani will undoubtedly inject greater defensive solidity into the Glaswegian outfit, outperforming Diomande in tackles, clearances, blocked shots, ground duels and aerial battles won.

The Danish midfielder’s inclusion should also grant Raskin greater freedom to surge into the final third, where he has made his presence felt this season.

Diomande has struggled to hit top form this campaign, and Rohl must either replace the 24-year-old or devise a system to extract his best as the Govan side pursue Hearts at the summit of the table.

Danny Rohl signing already fighting for career at Ibrox

Rohl has demonstrated considerable trust in Andreas Skov Olsen at Ibrox since his January arrival, but the wideman has yet to deliver the desired impact.

Rangers secured the winger on loan from VfL Wolfsburg until the season’s conclusion, with the arrangement including an £8.6million purchase option—one that certainly shouldn’t be triggered based on his recent displays.