Rangers midfielder Joe Aribo has admitted that uncertainties had surrounded the just-concluded season but was “grateful” for getting through it.
The 25-year-old Nigerian international was in great form for the Gers, who finished the season with the Scottish Cup title and also reached the final of the Europa League where they lost 5-4 on penalties to Eintracht Frankfurt.
Aribo played 70 matches last season, becoming the only player in Europe’s top divisions to reach the mark in a single season.
“Grateful to have played 70 games this season, I just wanna thank God for getting me through it,” Aribo wrote on his social media pages.
“A season full of ups and downs but unforgettable memories were created. Can’t wait to get going next season thank you to all the fans for your continued support.”
In the league, Aribo managed 34 appearances and scored eight goals. He was part of the Nigeria squad that took part in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Sierra Leone and Sao Tome and Principe.
The former Charlton Athletic star played the entire 90 minutes as the Super Eagles kicked off their campaign to reach the Ivory Coast finals with a 2-1 win against the Leone Stars at Abuja National Stadium.
However, Coach Jose Peseiro did not pick the player for their second Group A fixture as they demolished Sao Tome 10-0 at Stade Adrar in Morocco.
