FOUND: Forgotten rangers player could be on his way back to ibrox - You Need To See This

The Welsh international joined second-tier German club Hannover in January and they have an option to buy the former Schalke star for a reported £1 million.

However, sports director, Marcus Mann, all but confirmed Matondo won't be part of their plans for next season last month, having made just two starts in Bundesliga 2 since joining.

And he could be on his way back to Glasgow earlier than planned after picking up a knee injury.

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Hannover boss Lars Barlemann explained: "Rabbi took a knock on his knee recently and still has problems.

"He has to go for a scan to see the extent of the injury and then we will see if he can play a part for the rest of the season or not."

Matondo cost Rangers £3 million when he signed for them three years ago and still has a year to run on his contract.