Sources: Rangers wheels in motion for Vaclav Cerny return thanks to big-name transfer
Rangers could be a step closer to signing Besiktas winger Vaclav Cerny, Ibrox News can reveal.
The Czechia winger was a cult hero at Ibrox after his 18 goals and nine assists in 52 matches on loan in the 2025-26 season.
There has been speculation about a return all summer, but it now seems more realistic than ever.
The Gers have reportedly already submitted their offer, but the Turkish side were firm in their no sale stance.
However, things have changed and we understand that the wheels are now in motion for a comeback.
The door has been left open for the 28-year-old to seal a spectacular return after new developments involving his current side.
Why Mohamed Salah may be the key to Rangers' bid for Vaclav Cerny
Ibrox News has already covered how a Mohamed Salah move could impact Rangers' pursuit and now that has been backed up.
Ibrox News has been informed that if the former Liverpool man joins the Turkish side, as expected, it could free up an exit for Cerny.
Sources also inform us that a fee of €8-10million (£6.8-8.5m) will be enough to land Cerny - a reasonable sum.
That provides major encouragement for the Glasgow side that a return could be on.
Why Cerny signature should be priority number one for Rangers
If Cerny is available for the fee that Yildirim speculated, then it is an absolute no-brainer for Derek McInnes.
He is someone who already knows the league, and has shown that he can perform under the pressure that comes with playing for the G51 side, which many players fold under.
He would put the Bears in a position to challenge for the league title straight away, with his directness and ability in front of goal.
His most iconic moment was arguably when he splashed Celtic supporters with water, which shows the kind of gamesmanship required to succeed with the Light Blues.
Perhaps most importantly, his signature would put the fanbase in Govan in a much better mood ahead of the campaign, and make them believe from the start of McInnes' reign.
Whether they could strike a deal remains to be seen, but it seems as though the door is not as closed as was first thought, and it could actually happen.