Why Olwethu Makhanya is 'devastated' as Rangers plan opening bid
Rangers look set to strengthen their pursuit of Olwethu Makhanya by making an offer.
The South Africa international spent the summer at the World Cup, but didn't make a single appearance.
He has one Bafana Bafana cap under his belt and would have been keen to add to that at the tournament.
It wasn't to be, but it doesn't look likely to be a quiet few weeks for the 22-year-old.
The centre-back is attracting plenty of interest after three years in MLS.
Rangers are in the race for Makhanya and could soon make their presence felt.
Rangers want Olwethu Makhanya amid Philadelphia Union lies
There has already been an influx of fresh faces at Ibrox this summer, but Derek McInnes isn't done there.
Defensive reinforcements are still on the agenda, even after the addition of Ben Godfrey on loan.
As previously covered by Ibrox News, this has seen Rangers' attention turn to Makhanya.
The latest update emerged from South African outlet iDiski Times on Wednesday, suggesting that Rangers are in touch with the defender's camp.
The Light Blues are said to be on the verge of making a move for the 22-year-old after Philadelphia Union rejected a bid worth around £3million from an unnamed Belgian club.
Seeing that offer turned down has reportedly left Makhanya "devastated" after the MLS outfit told the South African he could leave in the last two transfer windows.
The centre-back remains hopeful that an exit can be arranged, with Rangers firmly in the race this summer.
What would Makhanya bring to Rangers?
There is plenty of interest swirling around the South African right now.
The above report suggests that various sides from Belgium, France and England want the centre-back.
Rangers are firmly in the race and want to make an offer, which doesn't come as a surprise based on Makhanya's season in MLS.
He contributed to 112 defensive actions and 69 duel wins for the Union across his 13 appearances in 2026.
He is someone who wants to play the ball on the floor, but isn't afraid to go long or get up for a header when needed.
That makes him a set-piece threat and could make him an excellent option for the Gers moving forward.
It is now down to them to make a move for Makhanya and see how Philadelphia Union reply.