49ers ‘about to bank millions at Rangers’ with Hamza Igamane sale now days away
Andrew Cavenagh and the 49ers have already marked the Russell Martin era with a series of signings ahead of the new season at Rangers.
Max Aarons was the first to join on a season-long loan from AFC Bournemouth, and the likes of Joe Rothwell, Emmanuel Fernandez and Thelo Aasgaard have followed.
However, several high-profile names could leave the Glasgow club this summer, with bids already made.
Indeed, Hamza Igamane could now be set for the Rangers exit door after the latest developments coming out of Ibrox.
Igamane absence triggers Rangers exit speculation
Ibrox News has been informed that Rangers are demanding £15million to part with Igamane this summer.
The Moroccan only arrived last year from FAR Rabat, but there is significant interest in his services ahead of the new season.
Last term, the 22-year-old bagged 12 Scottish Premiership goals in 33 appearances as the Bears fell away behind Celtic.
Now, Igamane’s future has been cast into further doubt as he was not included in Martin’s squad that drew against Club Brugge.
The Glasgow side came from two goals down to draw 2-2 with the Belgian side at Ibrox on Sunday (6 July) in Martin’s first pre-season match as manager.
Reports emerged last week that Ligue 1 side Lille had reached an agreement for Igamane, although there appears to have been a delay in the deal.
However, his omission from the Rangers squad cements the likelihood that the Moroccan international is to leave.
Igamane Ibrox exit set to gather pace over coming week
After the Gers’ squad announcement, it seems that Rangers are ready to cash in on Igamane.
Martin admitted he expects the striker back in training soon, but he wouldn’t admit he could be close to the exit so soon, with that surely more likely still.
However, the 49ers could look to make a substantial profit on the Moroccan, who joined for around £1.7million.
If Rangers can make £15million from Igamane, then that will provide Cavenagh and the 49ers with substantial funds to pump back into the squad.
While the Bears have already made a wealth of signings, they would be able to spend more freely again, regardless of what’s happened.
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