Rangers adjust pre-season as McInnes arrives, transfer calls loom
New Rangers boss Derek McInnes explains his Hearts silence after title heartbreak, saying frustration is ‘justifiable’. He highlights record points, a Champions League spot and an unbeaten Tynecastle run.
Rangers midfielder Nico Raskin, linked with Atalanta, will defer talks on his Ibrox future until after Belgium’s World Cup, calling it a chance to ‘showcase yourself’. He has two years left on his deal.
Report claims Rangers hold talks to sign a £2m SPFL player as Emmanuel Fernandez edges towards an exit, with Derek McInnes shaping his first-window plans.
Rangers loanee Derek Cornelius, who said he felt ‘disrespected’ by Danny Rohl, struggled for Canada vs Qatar, booked and substituted at half-time despite a 6-0 win, underlining doubts over his Ibrox impact.
Rangers winger Findlay Curtis, 19, reflects on a rapid rise from academy to Scotland’s World Cup squad after a Kilmarnock loan. He debuted in a 1-0 win over Haiti and hopes to impress Derek McInnes.
Ex-Rangers boss Giovanni van Bronckhorst, now back at Feyenoord, empathises with Robin van Persie after his sacking, recalling similar feelings from his Rangers and Besiktas exits and vowing success.
Andy Halliday says McInnes’ resilience and leadership fit Rangers’ needs, arguing the job demands more than coaching. He expects a mentality shift and major recruitment as McInnes starts pre-season.
PSV reportedly target Rangers striker Youssef Chermiti after his 15-goal season. Rangers want a double-digit millions fee, with around £25m touted, while Besiktas boss Vincenzo Italiano is said to oppose a big-money move.
Andy Halliday urges Rangers to sell Nico Raskin to fund a move for Lewis Ferguson, citing his Serie A form and character under McInnes. He rates Cammy Devlin a low-risk free but not an instant starter.
Rangers push back pre-season return to Thursday to meet new manager Derek McInnes. He is finalising plans with chairman Andrew Cavenagh while still in the US, with squad analysis and transfers to follow.
Danny Rohl thanks Rangers’ players, staff and fans in a farewell message after leaving for Red Bull Salzburg, saying the club are ‘in a stronger position’ and wishing success under new leadership.
