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Wilshere’s one-word reply when asked if Gerrard contacted him about Rangers’ move
Several reports last October claimed that English midfielder Jack Wilshere was in advanced talks with Scottish Premiership giants Rangers over a move to Ibrox. Former Arsenal and West Ham midfielder Jack #Wilshere is in advanced talks with #Rangers. They can sign him as a free-agent. #transfers — Nicolò Schira (@NicoSchira) October 7, 2020 The 29-year-old was released by West Ham United on summer transfer deadline day after the final months of the three-year £100,000-a-week contract he signed in the summer of 2018 was cancelled, and a move to Ibrox was rumoured. However, he joined Championship side Bournemouth earlier this month on a deal till the end of the season having been a free agent since October, and he has addressed those Rangers rumours on Twitter during a Q & A session. When...
Rangers forward Israel Abia wins Eunisell Boot award
Enugu Rangers forward Israel Abia has emerged winner of the prestigious Eunisell Boot Award for the top scorer in the 2019/20 Nigeria Professional Football League season. Instituted by Eunisell, West Africa’s largest independent chemical as well as oil and gas engineering solutions company, the Eunisell Boot seeks to instill greatness in players in the domestic top flight and celebrate their success story. Abia scored 12 goals last season after featuring for Sunshine Stars as well as Rangers and becomes the fourth player to win the glamorous award. After scoring seven goals at Akure based Sunshine during the first half of the season, he made an ambitious switch to the Enugu based side and registered five goals to continue his magical season, last term. A lot was expected from the forward, ...
Predicted Rangers XI v Motherwell: Gerrard without five first team players this week
Rangers travel to Motherwell in the Scottish Premiership this weekend aiming to extend their fine run of form with a win. Steven Gerrard’s side have won their last six league games and will be confident of getting a good result here against a struggling Motherwell side. The hosts are coming into this game having failed to win their last six league games and they will be up against the best team in the country right now. Rangers have an impressive record against Motherwell in all competitions and have beaten the home side seven times in the last seven meetings. The visitors are on a tremendous run right now having won their last 15 league matches. Gerrard will demand a big performance from his players and Rangers will be looking to extend the gap with Celtic at the top of the table. Rangers...
Report: Rangers eye move for 22-year-old Celtic target in January
Rangers are keeping an eye on Fatai Gbadamosi in the January transfer window, according to reports from 90min. The Ibrox club have been linked with a move for Liverpool forward Taiwo Awoniyi, but they are also looking to strengthen other areas of the pitch. The 22-year-old defensive midfielder plays for Nigerian second-tier side Shooting Stars and has represented Nigeria at an international level. The report claims that the Gers face competition from Scottish Premiership rivals Celtic. SL View – Good signing for the Old Firm clubs? Rangers, who are leading the Scottish Premiership table by 21 points from Celtic, are well stocked in midfield. However, Glen Kamara’s future has been constantly speculated in the media, and Rangers are probably looking for his long-term replacement. C...
Report: Rangers ‘leading the chase’ for Liverpool striker, Neil Lennon keen too
According to 90min, Rangers and Celtic are leading the chase for Liverpool striker Taiwo Awoniyi as the Scottish Premiership duo look to strengthen their attack for the second half of 2020-21 and beyond. Sportslens View The Nigerian forward is currently on loan at Bundesliga side Union Berlin, and his form has attracted some Premier League sides and other suitors. Awoniyi has five goals and an assist in 13 league games this term, and his form is one of the reasons why Berlin are hopeful of playing European football next season following a brilliant start to the campaign. Rangers have established themselves as huge favourites to win the Scottish Premiership title this term, with 21 points separating them from second-placed Celtic. Nevertheless, Light Blues manager Steven Gerrard is keen to ...
Report: Celtic join Rangers and EPL duo in the race for striker
According to the Daily Mirror’s David Anderson, Celtic and Sheffield United have joined Rangers and Tottenham Hotspur in the race for Wigan Athletic striker Kyle Joseph. Tottenham, Sheffield United, Rangers and Celtic all keen on Wigan’s Scotland Under-19 striker Kyle Joseph. #Tottenham #Blades #Rangers #CelticFC — David Anderson (@MirrorAnderson) January 12, 2021 Sportslens View Spurs and the Light Blues were linked with the Scotland under-19 international earlier this week, and it’s not a surprise to see the Blades and Hoops both keen on the teenager too. With four goals to his name in 11 League One appearances so far this term, Joseph is proving his quality and huge potential in front of goal, and it is natural for him to have caught the eyes of the bigwigs. The Scottish striker can agr...
‘Leaving anyway’: Manager reveals what Gerrard told him about signing Rangers target
Rangers have reportedly made contact to bring Scott Wright to Ibrox this month. Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes has confirmed that he held talks with Steven Gerrard, the Gers boss, about Wright’s potential move to Ibrox last week. The Ibrox club have informed the Dons about their intention to sign the 23-year-old attacker after Sunday’s Premiership clash. According to reports from the Daily Record, the Gers want to sign Wright on a pre-contract agreement, but the Dons are happy to organise a permanent deal as well. “There has been a conversation at boardroom level,” said McInnes, as quoted by the Daily Record. “I spoke to Steven yesterday, he called me to say that they would have an interest in Scott on a pre-contract and wanted to do things properly. “That is not always the case ...
‘Not enough’: Journalist claims Leeds have made an offer for Rangers target
Rangers could join the race to bring Sean McGurk to Ibrox, according to reports from Alan Nixon of The Sun. The Gers have not made an offer for the youngster as yet, but they could come in for him and offer a pre-contract in January. Scottish Premiership rivals Celtic could be interested in him as well. Premier League outfit Leeds United have made an offer to sign the Wigan ‘whizz kid’. However, the Latics have rejected the proposal as they deemed the offer inadequate. Leeds. Offer made for Sean McGurk. Latest Wigan whizz kid. Turned down by Latics. Not enough. Contract up in summer so can move then. But danger that Rangers (or Celtic) step in with pre contract in meantime. — Alan Nixon (@reluctantnicko) January 12, 2021 SL View: McGurk – one for the future Rangers boss Steven Ge...
Report: Rangers ‘looking to do a deal’ for 23 y/o forward in January
Rangers are looking to bring Aberdeen forward Scott Wright to Ibrox in the January transfer window, according to reports from Sky Sports. The Gers are enjoying a phenomenal season and are enjoying a healthy 22 point lead at the top in the Scottish Premier League table. Steven Gerrard’s team have now made it 15 league wins in a row following their latest 2-1 victory against Aberdeen and are looking favourites to secure their first title since 2011. Wright – who recently returned from a six-week layoff after suffering a double hernia – started the game for the Dons on Sunday. Sky Sports claim that Rangers are looking to do a deal for Wright this window. The 23-year-old is out of contract at the end of the season and he is yet to agree terms on a new deal at Pittodrie. Rangers...
‘Yes, there is interest’: 23 y/o striker comments on future amid Rangers and West Ham interest
Rangers have been linked with a move for Fashion Sakala in the January transfer window, but it seems it will require a lot of convincing to bring him to Ibrox. Last week, the Daily Record reported that the Gers are interested in signing the Zambian international this month with his contract expiring. The Ibrox club are looking to sign the 23-year-old on a pre-contract deal. The striker has been attracting interest from a host of clubs including Anderlecht. Premier League clubs – Newcastle United and West Ham United – have also been credited with an interest. However, the player has made it very clear that he will move to a club where he will get regular games, and that he is not willing to warm the bench. “Yes, there is interest from other teams – at the same time, talks are ongo...
Steven Gerrard raves about three Rangers players who were ‘dangerous’ vs Aberdeen
Rangers boss Steven Steven was full of praise for his attacking midfielders after the Ibrox side beat 10-man Aberdeen at Pittodrie on Sunday. The Gers have now made it 15 league wins in a row as they bid to win their first top-flight title since 2011. Alfredo Morelos scored a brace – on either half – as Rangers move 22 points clear at the top of the Scottish Premiership table. Morelos’ second goal came from an assist from Ryan Kent, and Gerrard was heavily impressed with all of his attacking players on Sunday afternoon. “Joe Lewis has made an excellent save from Ryan Kent as well so we have had some other real, big moments in the game, and to come here and create what we did is really pleasing,” said Gerrard to the club’s official website. “But our attacking players were c...
‘I was a disgrace’: Celtic player has made bold admission, makes Rangers title claim
Celtic striker Leigh Griffiths has suggested that it would be a ‘big ask’ of them to catch Rangers at the moment. However, he feels there’s a lot of football left to be played this season, and that they can ‘claw it back bit by bit’ and challenge the Ibrox club for the title. Rangers have been outstanding this season, and have now won 15 league games in a row. The Gers now have moved 22 points clear at the top of the Scottish Premiership table, but Griffiths feels that they can reduce the gap. “Hopefully history repeats itself. We were in a difficult place last year but we came back and blew everyone away,” said Griffiths to Daily Record. “It’s a big ask with the sizable lead Rangers have. “But there’s no doubt in my mind we can claw it back bit by bit. There’s a lot of foo...
