Rangers FC is facing critical decisions as the January transfer window draws to a close. The club is considering allowing one player to leave, contingent upon the successful acquisition of a replacement.
Rangers Rebuffs Major Offers
The Scottish club has shown a firm stance by rejecting significant offers for its key players. Reports indicate that Fenerbahçe made a £13 million bid for striker Youssef Chermiti, which Rangers quickly turned down. Additionally, AS Monaco proposed a £10 million loan-to-buy option for winger Djeidi Gassama, which also did not meet with success.
Player Performance and Stance
Chermiti has enjoyed a remarkable resurgence under manager Danny Röhl. His standout performance, including a match-winning double in the Old Firm derby, highlights his importance to the team’s attacking strategy. Although Fenerbahçe is rumored to be preparing an improved £18 million offer, time is of the essence with the transfer deadline rapidly approaching.
Incomings and Outgoings: Transfer Strategy
In contrast to their defensive position on departures, Rangers has already made several signings this January. They secured Denmark winger Andreas Skov Olsen from Wolfsburg, midfielder Tochi Chukwuani, and Belgian left-back Tuur Rommens. However, Röhl’s ambitions extend further as he searches for additional reinforcements.
Key Targets and Developments
- Rangers remain interested in signing Ryan Naderi from Hansa Rostock.
- A £2.6 million bid for Naderi was previously rejected.
- Naderi has excelled in the German third tier, scoring eight goals and providing four assists in 17 matches this season.
Journalist Pete O’Rourke suggests that Naderi’s potential arrival could clear the way for Danilo to exit. The Brazilian forward has seen his playing time diminish, failing to start a Premiership match since early December. Despite a late goal against Dundee, Danilo’s future at Ibrox seems uncertain.
Possible Exit for Danilo
According to O’Rourke and sources from Football Insider, Rangers is willing to allow Danilo to leave if they can secure a new striker. His lack of consistent game time, along with the emergence of younger talents like Chermiti and Bojan Miovski, has impacted his standing in the team. Danilo has recorded 16 goals and 11 assists in 76 appearances since joining the club for £6 million from Feyenoord.
The club’s decisions are crucial as they navigate the final days of the January transfer window. Rangers’ ability to strengthen their squad while managing departures will define their ambitions for the remainder of the season.
