Davie Cooper's Rangers Hall of Fame trophy to go under the hammer
Headlining the collection is the prestigious Rangers Hall of Fame trophy, awarded posthumously in 2000 when Cooper was inducted into the club's Hall of Fame. The bronze bust on a slate base, inscribed with Rangers Football Club, Hall of Fame, Davie Cooper 1977 – 1989, carries an estimate of £2,000 to £4,000.
Also going to auction is the 'Greatest Team' jersey, presented to Cooper's family in 1999 after a worldwide fan poll selected him for Rangers' all-time best eleven. With "Greatest Team" embroidered next to the club badge, the cherished item is expected to fetch between £800 and £1,200.
Davie Cooper's Greatest Ever Rangers team jersey could fetch £1200 (Image: McTear's Auctioneers)
The final lot comes from Cooper's time at Motherwell in the form of a match-worn claret and amber jersey from the club's 1990–91 Scottish Cup run. Worn during the later stages of the tournament, the shirt represents a historic campaign that culminated in a dramatic 4–3 final victory over Dundee United at Hampden Park. It is estimated at £500 to £1,000.
Speaking about the decision to part with the items, vendor Ian Clark said: 'I couldn't believe it when I received the shirts and the trophy. I am an avid Rangers fan and the pieces have had pride of place in my house for a number of years now.
'Uncle Davie was an incredible player and a true gentleman off the pitch. It will be tough to part with the items but I think it is time to pass them on and let another fan get as much pleasure as I have from them.'
Davie Cooper is widely regarded as one of Scotland's finest footballing talents. His career included standout spells at Rangers, Motherwell and Clydebank, and he was inducted into each club's Hall of Fame.
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Cooper earned 22 caps for Scotland, scoring six goals, and featured in the 1986 FIFA World Cup. His untimely death in 1995 at the age of 39 left the football world in mourning.
Commenting on the auction, Brian Clements, McTear's managing director, said: 'Davie Cooper was an extraordinary talent and a beloved figure in Scottish football. These items not only reflect his remarkable career but also the deep affection in which he is still held by fans. We expect strong interest from collectors and supporters alike.'
The Cooper memorabilia will be part of McTear's Sporting History Auction on June 19, which features an array of historic lots including Old Firm medals, rare jerseys, early match tickets and programmes.
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