Rangers Club News and Transfer Speculation

Reports indicate that Rangers are looking to secure Leeds United forward Joe Gelhardt on a loan deal during the January transfer window. (Yorkshire Post) According to former defender Craig Moore, Kevin Muscat expressed disappointment when Rangers selected Philippe Clement as their new manager last year, making a potential move to Ibrox for Muscat improbable at this time. (Go Radio via Daily Record) Moore also stated that should Rangers dismiss Clement, their sole alternative would be Kilmarnock manager Derek McInnes. (Go Radio via Daily Record) A new injury concern has emerged for Rangers regarding promising young striker Zak Lovelace, who exited a Glasgow Cup fixture against Clyde with a limp. (Scottish Sun) Jim Goodwin maintained that Dundee United’s unreadiness for a 3.45pm kick-off against Rangers was not “sinister,” refuting Ian McCall’s accusation that they were “trying to make a point.” (The Courier) Goodwin further clarified that his remarks prior to United’s draw at Ibrox, which annoyed Rangers manager Clement, meant he “really wasn’t trying to be clever, just stating the obvious.” (Scottish Sun) Billy Davies asserted that Rangers had been prepared to extend him an offer to manage the team; however, years have passed, and he continues to await the promised phone call to arrange an interview. (Open Goal via Daily Record) Former Rangers playmaker Ronald de Boer commented that his previous club is experiencing significant difficulties, stating they are struggling “big time,” while Ally McCoist expressed optimism that incoming chief executive Patrick Stewart could introduce essential stability to the club’s leadership. (Daily Record) An ex-Manchester United executive, who collaborated closely with Stewart during his tenure at Old Trafford, commended Rangers’ decision to appoint the “heavyweight” individual as their CEO. (The Herald) Former Rangers midfielder Scott Arfield’s appeal against a Glasgow City council ruling to deny his proposal for a pub located close to Ibrox has been unsuccessful. (Scottish Sun)