Lawrence Shankland: Kemar Roofe reacts as Rangers seal first summer signing
Lawrence Shankland has finally sealed his dream move to Rangers.
The striker has long been linked with a switch to Ibrox, to link up with the club that he supports, and it has now happened.
He will join the Govan club from Hearts when the transfer window opens on 15 June, with the deal secured before he jets off to the World Cup with Scotland.
Former Gers star Kemar Roofe was delighted with the news, as he reacted to the transfer on social media after it was announced.
Roofe shares the excitement of the Rangers fanbase, who have seen their questions about ambitions answered immediately with a first summer signing.
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How did Roofe and others react to Shankland joining Rangers
Shankland has already reacted to his Rangers switch, and now the wider football world has shared their thoughts.
The Gers took to Instagram on 26 May to confirm the deal, saying: “We can today announce the signing of striker Lawrence Shankland on a two-year deal with an option for an additional year.
“The Scotland international will become the first addition of the summer, joining from Heart of Midlothian on undisclosed terms once the transfer window opens on 15 June.”
Roofe, who scored 38 goals in 102 matches for the Gers reacted by commenting on the post, saying: “Elite piece of business.”
| Roofe’s stats for Rangers | All competitions |
| Matches | 102 |
| Goals | 38 |
| Assists | 7 |
| Minutes played | 4,827 |
The post was liked by current Ibrox stars such as Tuur Rommens, Jack Butland, Emmanuel Fernandes and Lyall Cameron.
Why Shankland deal is a masterclass for Rangers
The deal to sign Shankland is a real masterclass from the 49ers Enterprises Group and Andrew Cavenagh, the Light Blues’ majority owners.
The speed at which they swooped in to secure his signature must be heralded, but the deal itself is also a brilliant piece of business.
A report from Sky Sports claimed that while it has been announced as an undisclosed fee, the Gers are understood to have utilised a clause in the contract he signed with Hearts last year.
He signed a three-year deal but it was believed to be a one-year contract with the option to extend, rather than just being a straight three-year commitment.
If the Bears have really spent a minimal amount on the 30-year-old striker, then the likes of Roofe and Co should be even happier, as it should allow them to spend more on other targets.
The size of the rebuild is not small, and they need to bring in many stars to bridge the gap to Hearts and Celtic next season.
Shankland helps massively, but there is much more business required before the start of the season.
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