"The fact it's halfway through a season and he's straight into things at Villa may have torn him, but in terms of going from the Scottish Premiership to the Premier League, I just don't think there is a decision, and that is just unfortunate for Rangers and Celtic, two of the biggest clubs anywhere. adidas fm3789 The Board of Deputies of British Jews president Marie Van Der Zyl has appeared to accept his apology, stating: "Rafiq has suffered terribly at the hands of racists in cricket so he will well understand the hurt this exchange will cause to Jews who have supported him. adidas fm3789 "It's fantastic to see the SJA honouring people who have worked hard to make sport a more welcoming place." adidas fm3789 The former Rangers, Arsenal and Barcelona defender returns to Ibrox, subject to receipt of a work permit, to succeed Steven Gerrard, who left to manage Premier League side Aston Villa. adidas fm3789