Kris Boyd, renowned for his keen insights into Scottish football, has singled out four outstanding players in the Scottish game: Jack Butland, James Tavernier, Matt O’Riley, and Lawrence Shankland. However, in a bold move, Boyd distinguished Tavernier as his top pick for Player of the Year in his recent piece for the Scottish Sun.

Boyd highlighted Tavernier’s pivotal role in steering Rangers back into the title race and emphasized his importance to their championship aspirations. Despite Butland’s stellar performances and seamless transition into the Rangers setup, Boyd underlined Tavernier’s exceptional leadership qualities and impressive record-breaking feats this season.

While acknowledging Butland’s resurgence and advocating for his inclusion in the England squad for Euro 2024, Boyd’s choice of Tavernier as Player of the Year lies in the latter’s profound impact as a leader both on and off the pitch. Tavernier’s ability to rally the team in challenging moments and his record-breaking goal-scoring exploits set him apart as a truly exceptional player deserving of the prestigious accolade.