Rangers in talks over Raphael Borges Rodrigues transfer amid Coventry City update
Rangers have discussed the potential signing of Raphael Borges Rodrigues from Macarthur FC with Coventry City and Watford also interested, according to Football Scotland.
Mark Hendry has reported for the news outlet on 1 May that the 20-year-old Australian youth international – who was born in the Netherlands – has been looked at by the Gers ahead of the summer.
The versatile winger has also received interest from across Europe with Coventry said to have made contact with his representatives.
It has also been reported that Philippe Clement is adopting a transfer policy of “buying young and cheap and selling on down the line for profit”.
After joining Macarthur last year, manager Mile Sterjovski was quoted by A Leagues as saying: “We are really happy to have Raphael on board this season. He’s a talented youngster with a great future.”
“He’s already broken into the A-League, he has played for the Australian youth teams and we think he has got a bright career ahead of him. Raphael is an exciting attacking player and I think the Bulls’ fans will enjoy watching him this season.”
Should Rangers sign Raphael Borges Rodrigues?
The Australia under-20s international has had a positive season in the A-League with Macarthur FC after a free transfer from Melbourne City.
He joined City’s academy in 2017, but made very few appearances for the club before departing.
Borges Rodrigues has gone on to play 25 times this season with 21 starts and he has scored four goals and assisted two in that time [FotMob].
He can play on either flank and may even be able to put in a shift as a second striker if required of him at Rangers.
With him on the wing, he is always looking to dribble and take on his marker in order to try and create a chance for his teammates.
If James Tavernier remains at Ibrox, he may like playing with Borges Rodrigues in the side given how many free kicks he wins.
Due to his dribbling abilities, he gets fouled regularly which would provide the Rangers captain a chance to get a shot off or cross in.
He could prove to be a useful squad player for Clement next campaign.
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