Paraag Marathe Teases Surprise New Rangers Transfers in EGM Reveal
Glasgow, June 19, 2025 — Rangers chairman Paraag Marathe has dropped a major hint about upcoming transfer activity at Ibrox, teasing surprise new arrivals during a candid discussion at the club’s Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) held on Wednesday evening.
The event, which was largely intended to update shareholders on the club’s financial health and long-term plans, quickly turned into a hotbed of transfer speculation after Marathe took the floor to address supporters’ growing curiosity over the summer recruitment drive. With one major deal already sealed in the form of Max Aarons’ arrival from Bournemouth, the 49ers Enterprises figurehead assured fans that more high-profile moves are imminent.
“I won’t give too much away, but let’s just say we’re not done yet — far from it,” Marathe said with a knowing smile. “There are some surprises we’re very excited about. Trust that we’re backing Russell [Martin] and his vision fully.”
A Clear Commitment to Squad Revamp
Marathe’s comments come at a time when Rangers are undergoing one of their most significant rebuilds in recent years. Following a second straight season without silverware and the appointment of Russell Martin as manager, the need for new blood has never been clearer.
The chairman reaffirmed that the board’s support for Martin is total, and that the 49ers group, which holds a controlling interest in the club, is ready to invest where necessary to return Rangers to the summit of Scottish and European football.
“This summer is about putting the pieces in place — not just for next season, but for sustained success,” Marathe said.
Surprise Targets and Strategic Signings
Though he refrained from naming names, sources close to Ibrox suggest that Rangers are working on at least two surprise signings — players who were not previously linked to the club in media reports. One is believed to be an attacking midfielder currently playing in Serie A, while another is a versatile centre-back from Ligue 1.
Both deals are said to be “advanced,” with announcements possible by early July, especially with Champions League qualifiers against Panathinaikos looming.
Fan Reaction: “Intrigued and Hopeful”
Rangers supporters responded positively to Marathe’s confident tone and apparent ambition. On social media and fan forums, many praised the chairman for showing transparency and a forward-thinking approach.
“If Marathe’s teasing surprises, you know something big is coming,” one fan posted on Twitter. “Back the manager, get the right players in, and let’s go again.”
A New Era Taking Shape
With the Aarons signing already signalling a shift toward youth, pace, and technical quality, the promise of more exciting additions has raised optimism in the Ibrox faithful. Russell Martin’s blueprint is becoming clearer — high-energy football, dynamic partnerships, and a squad unified in purpose.
If the surprises Marathe hinted at live up to the hype, Rangers could be preparing to shock Scottish football once again — this time, for all the right reasons.
