LORENZO AMORUSO insists Rangers have to target silverware next season as Pedro Caixinha prepares for his first full campaign at Ibrox.

The Portuguese has started revamping his Light Blues squad ahead of their return to pre-season training on Monday morning.

Defender Bruno Alves became the first signing of the summer as he put pen-to-paper on a two-year deal and he is set to be followed by midfield duo Ryan Jack and Carlos Pena.

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After finishing third in the Premiership and losing to Celtic in the semi-finals of both cup competitions this term, there is plenty of room for improvement for Rangers next time out.

And former Gers hero Amo hopes the Light Blue legions will have more reasons to be cheerful in the coming months.

He told SportTimes: “It is still early to say but I think the aim will be to at least get second in the league, we will see if they can do any better, and to try and get some trophies.

“To get the League Cup or the Scottish Cup I think is vital to bring a bit of success back to Ibrox.

“The supporters need that as well. I really hope they can do it.

“Celtic are still ahead in the league and Rangers need a better squad. The transfer market has just started so we need to see what kind of players Rangers will have.

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“But I think the aim will be to challenge Celtic as much as they can. Whether they can do it this soon, I don’t know.

“In a couple of months we will see because unless you have a lot of money it is difficult. Rangers need to try.

“It is important that they get as close to Celtic as possible and bring a trophy back to Ibrox. That is important for the supporters and for everyone at the club.

“When you win, you get the happy feelings and you know what it takes for the next year. Hopefully this season is much better for Rangers.”