Rangers set for Dan Neil talks as second transfer after Lawrence Shankland on cards already
Rangers are once again showing interest in signing Dan Neil.
The Gers are looking to act quickly in the transfer market ahead of the new season after a dismal end to the last.
Danny Rohl failed to get his side over the line in the Scottish Premiership, so fresh faces are a must moving into a fresh campaign.
That could soon get underway with the surprise signing of Lawrence Shankland from Hearts, who is already set to join up with the Bears.
Neil could also join Rangers at this early stage, with talks set to get underway shortly ahead of his contract expiring at the Stadium of Light.
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Rangers ready to begin talks with Dan Neil
There is certainly a need for further strength in depth at Ibrox after such a frustrating end to the campaign.
That is clearly on the agenda right now and could get underway with two superb signings in Shankland and Neil.
| Stat (Championship 25/26) | Dan Neil |
| Appearances | 16 |
| Defensive contributions | 41 |
| Duels won | 45 |
| Chances created | 8 |
The latter spent the second half of last season on loan at Ipswich Town, but looks unlikely to sign permanently after earning promotion to the Premier League.
That has opened the door to other potential routes out of Sunderland, with Alan Nixon reporting on Sunday that Rangers are set to open talks with the Englishman.
He is keen to speak with the Light Blues about a potential contract, with the chance of playing for the Ibrox club in Europe acting as an attractive prospect.
Neil has long been a target for Rangers, with a deal potentially edging closer with the opening of the transfer window nearing day by day.
Rangers could now sign Neil and Lawrence Shankland
It looks as if the Gers could start their summer with a bang in the shape of a pretty stellar double signing.
Both Neil and Shankland would provide plenty of quality and experience that could help Rohl take his side to the next level.
Talks are nearing for the Sunderland man, but it appears that a move for the Hearts star could be nearing completion already.
The Light Blues want to get a deal done within the next 48 hours at Auchenhowie, so a move could well be complete by Tuesday.
That could represent a massive move in the context of the Scottish Premiership, especially if Neil is to follow him through the door at Ibrox.
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