Rangers have announced the last-minute signing of El Hadji Diouf on loan from Blackburn until the end of the season.

The Scottish Premier League giants finalised the short-term deal in the final stages of the transfer window on Monday.

The 30-year-old, who can play out wide or as a central striker, joined Arsenal defender Kyle Bartley in moving to Ibrox late on deadline day.

Diouf has declared himself ready to face Hearts in the league on Wednesday evening.

He told Sky Sports News: "I know this is one of the biggest clubs in the world, that's why I'm here.

"I want to score goals and make the fans happy. I'm ready to win the title."

When asked whether he would be keen to extend his stay at Ibrox beyond the summer, Diouf said: "It's up to me to do the job and then we'll see."

Introduction

Diouf could also be in line for a swift introduction to the Old Firm derby, where he is sure to experience a hostile reception from the Celtic fans.

The former Senegal international was fined £5,000 at Glasgow Sheriff Court in 2003 when he admitted spitting at a Celtic fan while playing for Liverpool in a UEFA Cup tie at Parkhead.

Rangers face Celtic in the fifth round of the Scottish Cup at Ibrox on Sunday.

Former Bolton and Sunderland man Diouf has appeared 21 times for Rovers this season, but manager Steve Kean was willing to offload him after snapping up Argentinian midfielder Mauro Formica on Monday.

The forward's arrival follows Rangers' signing of striker David Healy from Sunderland last week.

Meanwhile, Rangers have announced that Andy Webster has left the club after making three appearances in four injury-hit years.