Vaclav Cerny transfer: Rangers ‘doubts’ emerge after £25m takeover twist
Rangers may not sign Vaclav Cerny next summer despite claims of having a significant transfer budget after the American takeover.
It has been claimed that Cerny wants to continue playing in Scotland after his loan move from Wolfsburg expires at the end of the season.
Barry Ferguson’s continuity at Ibrox could potentially play a role in convincing the Czechia international to complete a permanent transfer next summer.
Andrew Cavenagh and 49ers Enterprises are expected to have a methodical recruitment plan once they complete their takeover, with a £25million budget every season [TEAMtalk].
Rangers spending power questioned for Cerny after £25m claims dismissed
Mark Guidi has dismissed claims that the Gers will have £25m to spend on transfers every season once the Americans arrive.
The Scottish journalist has rejected the suggestion, which could potentially put Cerny’s transfer to the Light Blues in doubt.
Guidi expects Ferguson or the next permanent manager to want the 27-year-old forward’s continuity at Ibrox, but Wolfsburg’s demands will play a key role in a possible deal.
Speaking on the Go Radio Football Show (20 March), the journalist said: “If it’s Ferguson or a new manager, they would want Cerny on a permanent contract because he has shown he’s up to it. He has probably been their best player this season. Nothing phases him.
“But it’s how much do Wolfsburg want. What have Rangers got in their kitty to spend? That report there says they will have £25m per season. How do you know that? I just don’t confirm that at all.”
Ibrox chiefs need to convince Wolfsburg for permanent Cerny transfer
Rangers should definitely keep Cerny, as he has been their best player in the current campaign.
Wolfsburg reportedly want around £6.75m to sanction the Czech national’s permanent transfer.
The US consortium looking to take over at Ibrox should definitely be able to spend that amount if they are ambitious.
Over the years, Celtic have opened up a massive gap with their Old Firm rivals, and the prospective new owners of the Bears need to turn things around.
Signing the Czech international makes sense if the Gers plan on making progress next season.
The Light Blues need to be able to keep a hold of their best players like Cerny, Hamza Igamane and Nicolas Raskin to build for the future.
While the 27-year-old winger’s transfer would cost a significant sum with potentially no return in the future due to his age, it is something that must be done.
Nils Koppen and the rest of the recruitment team need to convince Wolfsburg to reduce their asking price if deemed expensive, but they should go all out for Cerny.
Cavenagh and the 49ers might not be willing to spend £25m per season, but an exception must be made for the Czech national.