Jon McLaughlin: Scotland goalkeeper joins Rangers on two-year deal
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Jon McLaughlin played 36 times for Hearts in season 2017-18 before moving to Sunderland
Goalkeeper Jon McLaughlin aims to be "part of something special" at Rangers after arriving on a two-year contract.
The 32-year-old former Hearts keeper returns to the Scottish Premiership after two seasons with Sunderland in England's League One.
McLaughlin, who is a Scotland squad regular and has two caps, will challenge Allan McGregor for a starting place at Ibrox.
"It's a very proud moment for myself and for the family," said McLaughlin.
"Knowing what a massive club it is, and speaking with the manager and his staff, and knowing the vision and the direction they have, the opportunity to be a part of that and hopefully be a part of something special here was what sold it to me."
Manager Steven Gerrard says McLaughlin provides "much-needed competition", with back-up keepers Wes Foderingham and Jak Alnwick having left Rangers this summer.
"Jon is a vastly experienced professional who will add strength and depth to our squad," Gerrard said. "His experience in the SPFL will stand by him as he continues to fight for a place in the Scotland squad."
McLaughlin, who has also played for Bradford City and Burton Albion spent a year with Hearts before moving to Sunderland, where he made 92 appearances. He was out of contract at the Stadium of Light, having rejected a new deal.
He is the Ibrox club's fourth summer signing after striker Jemain Defoe and winger Ianis Hagi - who both sealed permanent moves after loan spells - and defender Calvin Bassey.
Rangers sporting director Ross Wilson added: "For the past seven seasons he has been present in almost every game, displaying a huge consistency of performance that is so important for a Rangers goalkeeper."
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