Newcastle win race to sign in-demand Rangers winger
Rangers are undergoing an eventful summer at Ibrox, with a number of players parting ways with the club.
Russell Martin was hired by the new owners for a squad rebuild and things appear to be taking shape at a gradual pace.
Martin has made his priorities clear to the Rangers board and they will soon need to act on them before the new season begins.
Newcastle beat English clubs to sign Alfie Hutchison
Newcastle have beaten several English clubs to secure the services of Alfie Hutchison, who’s been in demand, according to the Rangers Review (29 June).
Gers are set to receive a fee for the 16-year-old winger.
Hutchison joined the Ibrox outfit back in 2024 from Hearts and will now continue his career south of the border.
| Russell Martin – managerial career | |
| Milton Keynes Dons | 2019-2021 |
| Swansea City | 2021-2023 |
| Southampton | 2023-2024 |
Along with him, Oliver Goodbrand will also be moving to St James’ Park.
While two youngsters are leaving, Rangers are signing a promising attacker from Brighton in Zebedee Lawson and he will be part of the Under-19s side.
Rangers need to prioritise first-team signings
Rangers face a crucial UEFA Champions League qualifier against Panathinaikos by late July and need new signings through the door.
To bolster Gers’ competitiveness, the board must prioritise first-team signings to strengthen the starting eleven.
Rangers’ 2024/25 season showed promise but exposed defensive and attacking frailties, necessitating at least three high-calibre signings, ideally a commanding centre-back, a creative midfielder and a prolific striker, to match Panathinaikos’ quality and secure progression.
With the 49ers’ global brand and £20million investment, securing impactful players swiftly is critical to elevate Rangers’ European ambitions and avoid early elimination.
Leicester’s Conor Coady is a prime target and the Glasgow outfit must move quickly to secure his services.
He would offer solidity in defence and bring much-needed leadership to the dressing room as well, ensuring James Tavernier does not need to start every game.
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