Rangers transfer news as Lawrence Shankland talks held on deadline day
Rangers held talks over a deal to sign Hearts striker Lawrence Shankland right until transfer deadline day, according to HITC.
The news outlet reported on 3 September that Gers were unwilling to pay the £3million+ for the Scotland international with his deal running out at the end of the season.
The 29-year-old, who has scored over 200 goals in his career, had been linked with a move to Ibrox all summer.
Rangers will certainly regret not signing Lawrence Shankland
Gers’ decision not to secure Shankland’s signature, despite holding talks, could prove to be a costly oversight in their pursuit of the Scottish Premiership title.
The 29-year-old, with his prolific goal-scoring record, finding the back of the net 24 times in the league last season, represents not just a goal threat but a proven commodity in the SPFL, where goals can be the difference between winning and losing titles.
His experience and ability to find the net consistently could have provided the cutting edge that Rangers’ attack has sometimes lacked.
The reluctance to meet Hearts’ valuation, especially with Shankland’s contract expiring, might reflect a short-term financial strategy over long-term sporting success.
This hesitation could lead to the Light Blues missing out on crucial points due to a lack of clinical finishing, potentially handing the title to rivals.
Shankland’s addition could have stabilised the attack, offering a reliable option that might have been key in tight matches, ultimately affecting the championship race.
In other Rangers news, Tom English has torn into a senior figure at the club as a £20m revelation has been made.
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