POLICE are probing a graffiti attack on the house of Rangers director and Greenock businessman James Easdale.

Vandals targeted the 43-year-old’s plush property west end property – and a hunt is now under way to find the culprits.

The Tele understands the words ‘Get Out’ were scrawled on a wall with spray paint, abuse believed to be in response to Mr Easdale’s involvement with the Ibrox club alongside brother and McGill’s buses co-owner Sandy.

James Easdale is a director of the Rangers PLC board while his older brother is the chairman of the football board.

Between them they own almost six per cent of shares in the club, but Sandy holds the voting rights for over a quarter of shares, making him a hugely influential figure.

The graffiti attack on brother James’ property happened earlier this month and police told the Tele today they are continuing to investigate the incident.

Constable Scott Campbell, of Greenock police, said: “An incident was reported of some graffiti on the outer wall of a house on the Esplanade between 12 and 13 October.

“No one has thus far been charged in connection with the incident. Police inquiries are continuing.” The grafitti has subsequently been removed.

James Easdale is currently the longest-serving Rangers board member following his appointment in July last year. He has a personal stake of 0.7 per cent in the club.

Following his appointment to the board, Mr Easdale said: “As a lifelong Rangers supporter, I am proud and honoured to serve on the board of such a great sporting institution and look forward to helping Rangers Football Club continue its journey back to the top of Scottish football.” But the bus tycoon and his older brother Sandy have become increasingly unpopular with a section of the Rangers support.

Newcastle United and Sports Direct owner Mike Ashley recently strengthened his grip on the Ibrox club and won the latest boardroom battle after Rangers accepted his emergency £2 million loan offer.

Chief executive Graham Wallace also tendered his resignation.

Mr Ashley was the Easdales’ preferred choice and he met with the brothers on a number of occasions, including at the McGill’s headquarters in Greenock where he arrived via helicopter.

A spokesman for the Easdale family declined to comment on the graffiti attack when contacted by the Tele.