Kieran Dowell transfer: Rangers exit on cards as Birmingham City ready offer
Kieran Dowell could end his underwhelming spell at Rangers by completing a permanent transfer to Birmingham City soon.
After failing to get regular minutes under Philippe Clement, the 27-year-old joined the Blues temporarily until the end of the season, helping them win promotion to the Championship.
Dowell has struggled to make an impact at Ibrox since signing for free from Norwich City in 2023, and it would make sense for him to leave the Gers next summer.
With Andrew Cavenagh and 49ers Enterprises set to complete their takeover at the Light Blues, a sea of changes could potentially be seen soon, with the English midfielder possibly one of the first players out the door.
Dowell exit likely if Rangers receive suitable Birmingham transfer offer
Dowell will be allowed to leave Ibrox if Birmingham come up with a suitable financial package, according to Record Sport.
The news outlet reports (1 May) that a permanent deal is likely to happen if the soon-to-be Championship outfit meet the Gers and the 27-year-old’s demands.
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It’s been claimed that the Light Blues probably won’t block the English midfielder’s exit as they would like to free up budget for the incoming manager, with Barry Ferguson only in charge for a few more weeks.
The Glaswegian outfit should look to move on players that are surplus to requirements this summer, and the former Norwich ace undoubtedly fits the bill.
Kevin Thelwell to lead squad rebuild at Ibrox
Kevin Thelwell will be the sporting director at Ibrox once he leaves his position at Everton at the end of the campaign.
It would make sense for the Englishman to lead the squad rebuild that is undoubtedly needed at the Bears this summer to assemble a competitive team.
The Gers will certainly want to compete with Celtic once the prospective new owners arrive, and that’ll evidently require heavy investment in quality signings.
Rangers must secure Vaclav Cerny’s services beyond this season, with a buy-option included in his current loan deal from Wolfsburg.
Ianis Hagi is another star the US consortium should look to keep at Ibrox, with his current contract expiring at the end of the campaign.
Considering Dowell’s lack of contribution at the Light Blues over the last few seasons, the incoming American owners should take whatever they can for him and push to keep the reliable players at the Glaswegian outfit.
The Bears could also raise funds in the coming months if top teams from down south opt to make an approach for Nico Raskin and Hamza Igamane.
Exciting times may be ahead at the Gers, but Dowell probably won’t be a part of it.