Rangers moves: McInnes sets standards, McCrorie in, Raskin bid rebuffed
At McInnes’ Ibrox unveiling, presenter Ewen Cameron presses him on leaving Hearts. McInnes stresses the ‘pull of Rangers’ and respect for Hearts, with Cameron later calling his query tongue in cheek.
Hull City bid £12-14m for Nicolas Raskin, but BBC’s Mike White says Rangers value him at about £20m. Bologna also interested. The 25-year-old is currently at the World Cup.
Rangers explore a move for free agent Dan Neil after his Sunderland exit, competing with West Ham and Hull. Ex-coach Michael Beale previously hailed Neil’s influence.
Rangers striker Lawrence Shankland starts in Scotland’s 3-0 loss to Brazil. Media split: BBC 6/10, Record 5, Scotsman 4, citing limited service despite a late header chance.
Rangers plan another loan for 18-year-old midfielder Calum Adamson after a strong Alloa spell, with a potential step up to a Scottish Premiership club as McInnes evaluates academy prospects.
Rangers keeper Jack Butland brands Troy Deeney’s criticism of England No 1 Jordan Pickford as ‘nonsense’, backing his former teammate’s tournament record.
Derek McInnes vows to raise standards and mentality at Ibrox, warning trophies are the measure. He says Rangers have resources and backing for a ‘winning Rangers team’ but knows talk is cheap.
Celtic’s Auston Trusty says their title and cup double showed ‘winning mentality’, insisting chasing suited them and aiming a message of confidence towards Hearts and Rangers.
Rangers agree around £1.5m with Bristol City for Ross McCrorie. The 28-year-old ex-Ibrox defender completes medical and will sign a 3-year deal with a 12-month option, becoming McInnes’ first signing once finalised.
Rangers close on a second summer signing after the target green-lights a £900k move, with Derek McInnes driving recruitment.
Ian Wright slams the SPFL’s TV deal, citing Norway’s higher £57m value and Scotland’s strong attendances. A better broadcast package could boost Rangers’ revenues, recruitment and youth pathway.
Hearts name a new boss after Derek McInnes left to take the Rangers job.
Rangers track Dundee centre-back Luke Graham, but Portsmouth lead the race as the 22-year-old prefers a Championship move amid wide interest.
