Rangers transfers, UEFA action and Aasgaard World Cup strike
West Ham are closing in on appointing former Rangers technical director Nils Koppen to lead recruitment alongside Mark Noble, shifting focus to incomings after relegation.
UEFA issued Porto with a warning for the retention of Rangers supporters at Estadio do Dragao after the 3-1 defeat in January. Rangers’ Fan Advisory Board welcomed the action but said a warning is not enough.
Rennes have added Emmanuel Fernandez to a three-man shortlist after his strong Rangers season. With a sell-on clause and four years left on his deal, Rangers would demand a big fee. Interest also remains in Nico Raskin and Youssef Chermiti.
Ex-Rangers defender Connor Goldson has left Aris Limassol for rivals Apollon, drawing likes and messages from former team-mates including Jack Butland, Danilo and James Tavernier. The piece also notes Rangers still seek a centre-back and a left-back.
McInnes lauds free agent target Cammy Devlin as very good and a real driver, praising his technique and leadership while noting limited end product. He avoided moves for contracted Hearts players.
Former Rangers centre-back David Bates joins Amedspor on a 2+1 deal after leaving Standard Liege, as the promoted club bolster their defence. The ex-Raith and Aberdeen man had spells in Germany and Belgium.
Winterton Rangers unveil their 2026-27 home and away kits supporting an autism awareness charity.
Rangers protected prospects with tailored programmes for Ashton Scally and Lewis Glasgow, fast-tracking them to the U19s and first team, and used smart loans such as Paul Nsio and Lewis Stewart to aid development.
Thelo Aasgaard became the first Rangers player to score at a World Cup since 1998, netting against France. Ally McCoist hailed the beautiful finish after previously criticising last season’s recruitment.
New boss Derek McInnes says he had really positive talks with chairman Andrew Cavenagh, will have the final say on transfers, is reshaping the squad with technical director Dan Purdy and wants players who embrace the pressure of playing at Ibrox.
