Rangers news as defender transfer update emerges ahead of January
David Edgar believes that Leon Balogun’s injury against St Mirren means Rangers will need a new defender in January.
The 36-year-old played just 19 minutes of the 2-1 loss against St Mirren at Paisley before he had to be taken off and replaced by Robin Propper.
With John Souttar and Neraysho Kasanwirjo also ruled out with injuries, the Heart and Hand podcast host has drawn attention to the importance of the club bringing in a new defender this winter.
He wrote on X: “With Balogun going off we’ll definitely need to sign a centre-half in January.”
Rangers cannot waste time in their pursuit to sign a new defender
Given the current injury crisis at Ibrox, with Balogun’s recent setback against St Mirren adding to the woes alongside Souttar and Kasanwirjo’s absences, it’s critical for Nils Koppen and Philippe Clement to immediately focus on identifying and securing the ideal centre-half for January.
The urgency stems from the fact that Gers are already stretched thin at the back and any further delay in reinforcing this position could jeopardise their defensive stability and overall performance in the league and cup competitions.
The process of finding the right player involves not just scouting for talent but also negotiating terms, agreeing on fees and ensuring the player fits into the tactical setup and culture of the club.
With the registration window opening soon, starting the transfer process now allows for thorough vetting, medical checks and integration plans, ensuring the new signing can hit the ground running once officially registered.
Leaving things too late will only have an adverse effect on the club’s standing domestically, especially given Celtic’s current dominance.
In other Rangers news, the agent of a player linked with a January Ibrox exit has issued an update on his future.
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