Rangers's summer signings

Walter Smith has so far drafted three players into his squad.

JAMES BEATTIE

Experienced centre forward joined Rangers from Stoke City last Friday -the first signing to arrive at Ibrox in two years, in a deal worth around 750,0000, An alteraction with Stoke manager Tony Pulis helped hasten his departure, but Beattie has arrived in Scotland determined to breathe life into his career. Made a favourable first impression against Kilmarnock on his debut.

VLADIMIR WEISS

Young Slovakian arrives on a one-year loan from Manchester City, having previously been a target for Celtic. The winger played in the World Cup finals - featuring in the games against New Zealand, Paraguay and the Netherlands - and has 12 full international caps. Weiss's grandfather and father - also both Vladimir - played for the Slovakian national team, too, and the latter is the current coach.

NIKICA JELAVIC

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Croatian striker has upset Rapid Vienna with his determination to leave the Austrian club for Rangers, but will be a welcome addition to the Ibrox forward line. Has been a prolific goalscorer in Europe and domestically, and was twice on target when Rapid drew 3-3 with Celtic in the Europa League last season. Fee of 4 million agreed between Rapid and Rangers and Walter Smith praying it is money well spent.