Wolves to ‘Advance’ in Transfer Talks Over Rangers Flop as ‘Dream’ Move Chances Fade
Wolverhampton Wanderers are reportedly poised to accelerate negotiations for a move involving a Rangers outcast, with the player’s long-anticipated “dream” transfer to mainland Europe increasingly unlikely to materialise this summer.
The Molineux club have been closely monitoring the situation of the player — whose identity is being kept under wraps due to ongoing talks — after he endured a torrid spell in Glasgow that failed to live up to expectations. Signed amid considerable fanfare, the attacker struggled to adapt to Scottish Premiership football and has since fallen far down the pecking order under new Ibrox boss Russell Martin.
According to sources close to the situation, Wolves are preparing to “advance” discussions with Rangers this week, with the Midlands side keen to strike a deal before the end of the current transfer window. It is understood that initial contact between the clubs has already been made, and a permanent transfer — rather than a loan — is now being prioritised to facilitate a fresh start for the player.
Dream move collapses
The former Rangers signing had been holding out for a switch to one of Europe’s top leagues, with speculation earlier in the summer linking him to clubs in Spain and Italy. However, those opportunities have dwindled in recent weeks, largely due to concerns over his inconsistent form and fitness during his Ibrox stint.
A source close to the player revealed:
“He always wanted to test himself in Spain or Serie A — that’s been the dream from day one. But the offers haven’t come, and Wolves now represent the most realistic route back to top-level football.”
With the clock ticking towards the window’s closure, Wolves have emerged as front-runners, viewing the deal as a low-risk gamble that could strengthen their attacking depth ahead of a gruelling Premier League campaign.
Rangers’ stance
For Rangers, the transfer represents an opportunity to offload wages and recoup part of the fee they initially paid. The Scottish giants have undergone sweeping changes under Martin, with several new signings arriving and fringe players being ushered towards the exit.
The club is reportedly open to negotiating flexible payment terms to facilitate the move, though they remain intent on avoiding a significant loss on their initial investment.
A fresh chapter
If the deal progresses as expected, the player could join Wolves’ squad before their next league fixture, offering manager Gary O’Neil another attacking option amid injury concerns in the frontline. While not the “dream” scenario the player had once envisioned, a move to the Premier League still offers a platform to rebuild his career and prove his doubters wrong.
Both clubs are expected to hold further talks in the coming days, with optimism growing that an agreement could be reached before the deadline.
