How Connor Barron has had complete 24-hour Rangers U-turn as Middlesbrough move set
Connor Barron is set to leave Rangers on loan for the season, with a move to Middlesbrough close.
The midfielder looks to have had his final impact for the Gers this campaign, and is on his way out of the club.
The 24-year-old has had several offers in the UK and across Europe, but reports have suggested that he wants to stay and fight for his place under Derek McInnes.
Andrew Cavenagh has pledged money to bring in several new midfielders this summer, which has left the Scot near the bottom of McInnes' pecking order.
However, Barron now looks to have had a change of heart, and is set for a move south of the border to Boro.
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Connor Barron now set for Rangers exit
It was only reported on Tuesday that Barron had rejected a move to Germany in favour of staying in Govan.
The Scot had an offer on the table from Bundesliga 2 side Hannover 96, but rejected it swiftly, with interest also coming from Sevilla.
However, according to an an update from the Northern Echo, Barron is "set to sign" for EFL Championship club Middlesbrough on loan.
The move is set to go ahead before England's 11pm deadline cut-off.
This has all happened within the space of one day, and Rangers will wish the player well on his journey to try win promotion to the Premier League.
Will Rangers miss Barron?
Barron is likely to have stiff competition ahead of him at Middlesbrough, with USA internationals Sebastian Berhalter and Aidan Morris already midfield options
Ex-USA youth star Roskas Pustkas has just signed with the club as Australian international Riley McGree is also an option for Boro.
Kevin Thomson knows Barron well, and as picked up by the Scottish Sun in 2024, described him as a "combative" midfielder.
He played well under Danny Rohl last term, but is unlikely to have a say this season under McInnes.
It could be a smart move for Gers to make, freeing up space on the wage bill.