Likely winner named in Rangers race to sign Hellas Verona left-back Josh Doig
Marseille have likely beaten Rangers in the race to sign Hellas Verona left-back Josh Doig who looks set for a move to France, according to Football Scotland.
The news outlet reported on 11 January that the 21-year-old will not be moving to Ibrox in the January transfer window.
Alfredo Pedulla reported on 9 January that the Ligue 1 side had tabled a £4.3million bid for the Scotland under-21 international.
Move on
Doig’s potential arrival at Rangers could have addressed the team’s need for improvement at left-back, a position crucial for Philippe Clement’s tactical plans.
With uncertainty surrounding the futures of Borna Barisic and Ridvan Yilmaz, securing a talented and in-demand player like Doig would have bolstered the defensive options at Ibrox.
However, the financial constraints at Rangers, especially in comparison to Marseille’s reported £4.3million bid, make it impractical for the Ibrox outfit to compete in a bidding war.
Despite the clear benefits of having Doig in the squad, it’s essential for Rangers to acknowledge their limitations and move on.
Focusing on alternative targets and reinforcing other areas of the team becomes a pragmatic approach, considering the intense competition for Doig’s signature.
The club should redirect their efforts toward viable options that align with their budget and squad requirements, ensuring a strategic and realistic approach in the ongoing transfer window.
In other Rangers news, an update has emerged on the club’s pursuit to sign a new left-back as Ridvan Yilmaz’s Ibrox exit appears to be edging closer.