RANGERS will travel to Portugal as Giovanni van Bronckhorst begins preparations for his first full term in the Ibrox dugout. 

The club will head overseas in the lead up to the 2022/23 season, travelling to the Algarve where they previously held a pre-season camp under Steven Gerrard in 2019.

Below is all the pre-season information you need to know.

What dates have been announced?

The players will return to training later this month before flying to Portugal ahead of their clash with Sunderland on July 9.

Some of the squad will report for pre-season on June 27, however, with a number of first-team regulars currently on international duty, the return will be staggered. 

In a statement, the club said: "As part of the first team’s preparations for season 2022/23, Giovanni van Bronckhorst and his squad will travel to the Algarve to take part in a warm weather training camp.

"The week of intense work will conclude with a pre-season fixture against Sunderland AFC, who were recently promoted into the English Championship after winning the play-off final at Wembley Stadium."

Boosted by the contract extension of Connor Goldson and pre-contract arrival of John Souttar, van Bronckhorst's squad has yet to undergo any major surgery ahead of the new campaign. 

Steven Davis has also signed a new deal and although Allan McGregor and Rangers remain open to discussions regarding a new deal, no talks have taken place as of yet.

How many friendlies will Rangers play?

At this moment in time, two matches have been announced. More friendlies are expected to be confirmed in due course. 

  • Sat July 9: Rangers vs Sunderland - Estádio Municipal de Albufeira (8PM)
  • Sat July 23: Rangers vs Tottenham - Ibrox Stadium (3PM)

Can I go to the games?

Yes. Tickets for the home tie against Antonio Conte's Spurs side will go on sale to season ticket holders on June 20. Thereafter, a MyGers priory sale will take place on July 11.

An allocation of tickets will be available for the match with Sunderland, information which the club have confirmed they will communicate shortly.