MARK WARBURTON reckons Scottish stars are undervalued in the transfer market amid speculation about the future of Rangers winger Barrie McKay.

The 22-year-old has once again been an integral part of Warburton’s plans this term and has handled the step up to the Premiership with aplomb.

McKay has just 18 months left on his Ibrox deal and Warburton is keen to see him shine in Light Blue for some time to come.

He told rangers.co.uk: “He is a talented player, there is no doubt about that and in the high profile games, most recently on New Year’s Eve, he had a very strong performance and in a game of that significance, with the size of the audience watching those games you are not surprised at all.

“He is a very talented young player with loads of development still left in him so it is a delight to watch Barrie grow and thrive.

“Barrie has just turned 22 but David and I have no doubt that he has a big career in the game but you hope very much it is here but with football you can’t control that.

“There are no fears Barrie’s head has been turned, you saw at the weekend the level of his performance, his dynamism, his desire and his commitment to the club is undoubted.

“I have no problems about Barrie McKay whatsoever; I want him to keep on working hard every day in training and watch his continue to develop in the weeks ahead.

“You look at the prices being paid and you can see why Scottish players represent value but our job is to keep our best players and if any player leaves here they will leave here on Rangers terms.

“I think there is a lack of appreciation for the Scottish market. I think there is an unnecessary derogatory stance or view sometimes of the Scottish game.

“You can see why in certain aspects but there are a lot of very talented players up here and for the Scottish national team and you want the players exposed to the highest level possible.

“We hope very much that we keep our best talent; we want them here playing for Rangers.”