Cyriel Dessers endured a dual pain on Saturday evening, with both physical and emotional wounds to nurse. Leaving Hampden Park that night sporting a moonboot, the Rangers striker had collided with Cameron Carter-Vickers, forcing him out of the action in the Scottish Cup final at halftime.

While the ankle injury will eventually heal, the sting of another defeat to Celtic, following the recent loss of the league title, will linger with Dessers for some time. This defeat was particularly bitter, considering how well Rangers had performed for extended periods only to be dealt a last-minute blow by Celtic.

As the season draws to a close, Dessers anticipates a summer of reflection and contemplation on how to ensure such heartache is never repeated. He acknowledged the challenges faced by the team and the need for a reset mentally to recharge for the upcoming campaign.

Reflecting on the tough season, Dessers expressed his determination to come back stronger. Despite the setbacks, he sees a silver lining, drawing motivation from Celtic’s celebrations as fuel for improvement in the upcoming season. Looking ahead to pre-season, Dessers is eager to regroup and push for better outcomes, emphasizing the need for a collective effort to turn the tide in their favor.

The Nigerian international remains optimistic about the team’s progress, recognizing the positive strides made but emphasizing the work needed to achieve their goals. While acknowledging the disappointment of the Scottish Cup defeat, Dessers praised the team’s performance and resilience, seeing it as a foundation to build upon for future success.

With a busy period of changes expected at Ibrox, including the recent signing of Jefte, Dessers believes the upcoming summer will be pivotal for Rangers as they aim to challenge Celtic’s dominance. Amidst the transformations, Dessers stresses the importance of mental resilience and regaining energy to propel the team forward.

As the chapter closes on a season marked by highs and lows, Dessers remains resolute in his commitment to push the team towards greater success in the future.