Rangers weigh Chermiti sale, chase Diawara and eye midfield cover
Rangers could sign Motherwell winger Elijah Just for a cut-price fee, with an open race involving Celtic after his World Cup displays for New Zealand.
Dan Neil chose Rangers over Southampton, Wolves and West Ham, attracted by European football at Ibrox and club stature despite higher Championship wages.
St Mirren boss Craig McLeish says ex-Rangers defender Leon King is on their list but not a priority due to budget, with other areas addressed first.
McInnes refuses to discuss Lewis Ferguson individually, stressing Rangers seek high-level signings and will move on quickly if targets cannot be landed.
Rangers are tracking Partizan captain Dragojevic, 20, as McInnes eyes midfield depth after signing Dan Neil. Possible exits include Nico Raskin and Mohamed Diomande.
Dundee’s award-winning defender Graham, 22, long linked with Rangers, has joined Stoke City for a club-record fee, ending hopes of an Ibrox move.
Danny Rohl says Salzburg’s sporting director setup contrasts with Rangers’ gap in that role. With Kevin Thelwell gone, the piece argues appointing a sporting director would fix recruitment woes.
Rangers have entered the race for Troyes centre-back Sankhoun Diawara, presenting an ambitious project. Basel are ahead, but his contract situation could force a move.
Derek McInnes confirms Emmanuel Fernandez is back in full training after a knee issue. The centre-back, who scored six in 33 last season, is linked with Rennes, Dortmund and Galatasaray.
McInnes admits interest in Nico Raskin after World Cup displays and says some Rangers players may leave for game time. He is relaxed over naming a new captain after James Tavernier’s exit.
Rangers are in talks over Youssef Chermiti’s future as Lyon prepare a bid under £17.1m. McInnes now has Lawrence Shankland, but a two-striker system could keep Chermiti after a 15-goal season.
Derek Cornelius, limited to seven games at Rangers due to injury, is linked with Genoa. Strong World Cup form for Canada and a lower fee could tempt Daniele De Rossi’s side.
Opinion suggests Rangers let a major midfield talent leave for £550k, implying Derek McInnes could benefit from the leadership additions now sought after Danny Rohl’s calls for leaders.
New signing Ben Godfrey says Rangers’ pressure suits him, vows to lead and drive standards, praises Derek McInnes, and targets an England recall by performing consistently at Ibrox.
