Sky sources: Joey Barton to have medical at Rangers on Tuesday

Last Updated: 24/05/16 9:58am

Joey Barton says a 'tough decision' has already been made

Barton celebrates promotion to the Premier League with Burnley

Joey Barton will travel to Glasgow on Tuesday for a medical at Rangers, according to Sky sources.

Barton, who has been offered a new contract at Burnley, where he was named player-of-the-year after helping them win promotion to the Premier League, suggested on Twitter on Monday that he had made his mind up about where he will play next season.

The 33-year-old referenced the song 'Penny Arcade', a favourite among Rangers supporters, writing: "Tough decision but it's now made. Onwards and upwards from here. #Rollupandspendyourlastdime."

Barton arrives at Ibrox earlier this month

The midfielder, who has one England cap to his name, visited Rangers' training ground nine days ago and spoke with manager Mark Warburton.

Warburton told Sky Sports News HQ last week he was a keen admirer of Barton, adding: "Joey is a very talented player. He's a Burnley player still.  He's a very talented individual. He offers the experience and maturity that we need to add to the squad.

"They are Championship team of the year after a fantastic season for Joey, I'm sure he has a lot of options. All we can try and do is show him what Rangers represents, the opportunity we represent and just see where that goes."