Rangers weigh Shankland move as Collum explains Old Firm yellow
Report claims Rangers held talks to sign a Premiership midfielder likened to prime Glen Kamara as Rohl seeks reinforcements after a poor finish.
Rangers are linked with Excelsior centre-back Casper Widell, 23, in a potential ‘dream move’. Danny Rohl lines up a deal but Derby and Blackburn also monitor the Swede, contracted to 2027.
Lawrence Shankland hit a brace and Findlay Curtis scored and won a penalty as Scotland beat Curacao 4-1. John Souttar struggled and was subbed at half-time, while Liam Kelly kept a late clean sheet.
Owner Andrew Cavenagh wants European prize money to fund Rangers’ squad investment. The approach aims for sustainability but risks shortfall if Champions League or Europa revenue dips.
Rangers opt for Lawrence Shankland over Tawanda Maswanhise, citing better goals ratio, fewer big chances missed and aerial strength. The boyhood fan and Hearts captain is backed to add leadership at Ibrox.
Ex-Rangers striker Sandy Clark leaves Albion Rovers to join son Nicky’s coaching staff at Queen of the South, offering experience as the 35-year-old starts his first managerial job.
Dick Advocaat recalls Rangers treble at Hampden and says choosing Auchenhowie over signings let Martin O’Neill gain the edge. Now 78, he returns with Curacao aiming to upset Scotland at Hampden.
Rangers eye Nathan Patterson’s return from Everton, with a move likely if the Toffees sign a right-back such as Aaron Wan-Bissaka or Georgios Vagiannidis. World Cup schedules could delay talks.
Rangers midfielder Thelo Aasgaard shrugs off social media criticism of his Norway World Cup call-up, saying he listens to Stale Solbakken and Danny Rohl. A pundit condemned the ‘reprehensible’ abuse.
Willie Collum backs VAR’s call to book Alastair Johnston v Rangers, not send him off. Contact judged ‘glancing’ on top of foot, below serious foul play threshold. KMI panel unanimously supported yellow.
