Rangers continued their strong domestic resurgence on Saturday afternoon, overcoming Aberdeen 1-0 at Hampden to book their place in the upcoming League Cup final.

Derek McInnes’ side demonstrated key defensive grit to navigate the high-stakes semi-final, keeping their momentum firmly intact as they chase honours on multiple fronts. However, while the collective result provided a major boost, the individual performance of forward Minsu Kim raised fresh concerns among observers regarding his current form and confidence in front of goal.

STV Radio hosts believe Minsu Kim is feeling goal drought and price tag pressure at Rangers

Reacting to Minsu’s performance against Aberdeen at Hampden, Callum Bell issued a three-word verdict, saying: “He was stinking.” The blunt reaction sparked a wider conversation among the radio panel regarding why Minsu is currently lacking the sharpness that characterised his early displays.

Ronnie Charters noted that the attacker appears to be trying too hard on the pitch, allowing the anxiety of his ongoing goal drought to dictate his decision-making, while Ewen Cameron insisted that the Korean is struggling psychologically. Cameron said:

I think it’s getting to him now. It’s in his head.

That assessment aligns directly with recent admissions from manager McInnes. Speaking a couple of weeks prior, the Rangers boss revealed that whenever Minsu is substituted off, the very first thing the forward laments is that he has yet to get himself on the scoresheet, underlining an obsession that may be hindering his natural game.

Charters went on to liken Minsu’s situation at Rangers to Kasper Hogh at Celtic, suggesting that the former Girona star is feeling the pressure of his £8.5million price tag at Ibrox. He said:

McInnes admitted it. Was it a couple of weeks ago when he said that when he comes off, the first thing he says is that he hasn’t scored yet?

It’s the Kasper Hogh thing. The price tag is all anyone sees. I think he’s still a decent enough player, but you need a goal or something to spark things.

For Minsu, breaking that psychological barrier will be vital. While McInnes continues to offer public backing and structural support, the forward must find a way to relax his game, shed the weight of expectation, and deliver the decisive strike needed to reignite his campaign.