How Daisuke Yokota is already set for Rangers history as transfer nears completion

Rangers are closing in on a move for Hannover 96 winger Daisuke Yokota.

Derek McInnes continues to shape up his squad for the upcoming season, with wingers now the priority for the Glasgow side.

Yokota's arrival is expected to bring excitement to the Ibrox pitch, but it also carries plenty more significance with a £3.4million bid accepted.

Before he even kicks a ball, the minute he is confirmed by Rangers, the Japanese man will make instant history.

The focus will be on what Yokota can offer Rangers on the pitch, but his arrival is creating a lasting legacy, something that cannot go amiss.

And supporters will be eager to see if the winger can match the significance of the history, with his displays for the Glasgow side.

The Rangers history Daisuke Yokota will set without kicking a ball

Rangers were founded 154 years ago in 1872 and have seen many nationalities represented in the blue jersey.

From Scotman to Englishman to even Brazilians, as long as you put the hard yards in, you will become a fan favourite among the Bears' supporters.

However, as per Transfermarkt, the arrival of Japanese winger, Yokota, would make him the first ever Asian-represented player to be at Rangers in that 150-year-plus history.

Of course, the Gers have had geographical Asians before with countries such as Turkey, Georgia, Israel and even Cyrpus. However, all four of those nations are in the UEFA confederation.

So, there is history to be made, and that makes this transfer all the more significant for Rangers.

And the announcement of this deal should not be too far away, with Yokota said to be set for his Rangers medical.

Why Yokota’s Rangers move could open the door to a new era of recruitment

Rangers have seen bitter rivals Celtic have plenty of success shopping in the Asian players market.

Daizen Maeda has often terrorised the Bears and they will be delighted to see him shipped off to Ipswich Town.

However, with Yokota being Rangers' first dip into that side of the transfer market, the Bundesliga 2 forward could open the door to more.

Now, it could the Bears' turn to create a lasting legacy of Asian talent in G51.

And Yokota has the pressure of leading the way and proving there is value to be had for Rangers.