Rangers Must Plan Ahead as American Takeover Nears Completion
With the anticipated takeover at Ibrox moving forward, Rangers must strategize their next steps under the incoming American ownership.
Backed by Paraag Marathe and 49ers Enterprises, the US-based consortium is making steady progress toward acquiring the club, though they still need additional shareholders to sell their stakes.
Marathe and Andrew Cavenagh are leading the charge, aiming for a 51% controlling stake in the club. Meanwhile, supporters are eager to understand what this means for player recruitment and squad rebuilding as Rangers look to close the gap on Celtic domestically.
Rangers Must Secure Vaclav Cerny Permanently
While Barry Ferguson has stepped in to replace Philippe Clement, Rangers have struggled on the domestic front. However, their European performances have shown promise, proving the need for sustained squad depth to compete at the highest level.
One player who fits that mold is Vaclav Cerny. The 27-year-old Czech winger, currently on loan from Wolfsburg, has been a standout performer, racking up 24 goal contributions—including 17 goals—this season. His brace against Fenerbahce in Istanbul on March 6 further solidified his importance to the team.
Rangers have the option to make Cerny’s move permanent for £6.75 million, a fee that would be a major statement of intent. Given his contract with Wolfsburg runs until 2027, securing him outright may be challenging under current financial conditions, but the impending takeover could change that.
Fans Demand Investment from New Ownership
Should the 49ers-led consortium complete their takeover, Rangers fans will be eager to see how they invest in the squad. For years, the club has struggled to match Celtic in the transfer market, with Brendan Rodgers’ side regularly splashing out eight-figure sums to dominate Scottish football and secure Champions League football.
Previous attempts at squad overhauls have been hit-or-miss, but if the new ownership provides the financial backing to target higher-caliber players, it could shift the balance of power in Scotland.
Signing Cerny permanently would be a significant signal of ambition. Rangers need match-winners, and the Czech international has proven he can be one. If the takeover is finalized in time, securing Cerny could be the game-changing move the club needs.
