Rangers in ‘Advanced Talks’ to Sign £75,000-a-Week Star – Target Open to Ibrox Move
Glasgow, 24 June 2025 – Rangers FC are edging closer to securing a high-profile summer addition, with the club reportedly in advanced talks to bring a £75,000‑a‑week star to Ibrox. The player in question is said to be enthusiastic about the prospect of joining the Light Blues and has given verbal indications that he’s open to a move. The player, who remains unnamed in reports, fits the description of the experienced defender recently linked with a switch to Glasgow.
Sources confirm that Rangers boss Russell Martin and sporting director Kevin Thelwell have intensified negotiations, aiming to finalise the deal before the squad departs for Champions League qualifiers in July .
Current Transfer Landscape
Lyall Cameron, who sealed his move from Dundee via a pre-contract, is the only confirmed signing so far.
Max Aarons is on the cusp of becoming Martin’s first summer recruit. The 25-year-old Bournemouth defender is said to be in Glasgow completing his medical, with a loan deal close to completion .
Another priority appears to be Conor Coady, the ex-England centre‑back and pundit, whose reputation for leadership and Premier League experience has piqued the interest of fans and staff alike.
The £75,000‑per‑Week Profile
The salary headline corresponds with several experienced Premier League defenders available this window. The indication that “he’s open to Ibrox move” suggests genuine interest from the player, adding momentum to the negotiations .
Although the club has not publicly identified the player, insiders believe the profile matches Coady — who reportedly has the wage demands and willingness to switch to Scottish football. Indeed, fans have actively encouraged Coady to join via social media after his appearances as a pundit during the Club World Cup .
Defensive Reinforcements in Focus
With Champions League qualifiers looming (first leg vs Panathinaikos scheduled for 22 July), strengthening the backline is key. Rangers have officially secured a £20 million investment from new ownership, empowering Martin and Thelwell to pursue high-calibre personnel .
Max Aarons brings pace and tactical familiarity with Martin, having played under him at Norwich .
Conor Coady, aged 32, offers match-winning leadership. A former Wolverhampton captain and England full international, he remains a compelling option for the central defence.
Talks Ahead of European Return
Rangers are racing against time to wrap up remaining deals ahead of pre-season. With Aarons in Glasgow, and advanced talks ongoing for the £75K/week star, the club aims to enter the Champions League qualifiers with a bolstered defence—balancing youth and experience.
If sealed, this move would reflect Martin’s blueprint: pairing youthful energy like Aarons and Cameron with seasoned pros such as Coady. It also underscores the club’s ambition—backed by fresh investment—to challenge domestically and in Europe.
What to Watch Next
Official confirmations: Rangers are expected to announce Aarons imminently.
Key negotiations: Keep tabs on updates around the £75,000‑per‑week defender—likely Coady.
Strategic recruitment: Further incoming targets include Israeli striker Dor Turgeman (£4m-rated, 20 goals last season) and Belgian winger Kwame Poku, although Poku may lean toward a QPR move .
