Rangers are heading into a crucial summer as they aim to close the significant gap between themselves and Celtic. With Brendan Rodgers’ men already clinching the Scottish Premiership title and the Gers trailing by 17 points, major changes are required at Ibrox to mount a serious challenge next season.
The anticipated takeover by the San Francisco 49ers’ enterprise arm brings a wave of optimism, but it also comes with immediate, weighty decisions. One of the first issues to address will be the future of interim boss Barry Ferguson, while another pressing concern is revamping the squad during the upcoming transfer window.
As part of that rebuild, Rangers have been urged to consider a move for Nectar Triantis, who has impressed during his loan stint at Hibernian. With Sunderland uncertain about his future and a potential Premier League promotion on the horizon, a return to the Black Cats may lead to another loan spell for the 21-year-old.
Daily Record journalist Scott McDermott believes Rangers would benefit from landing Triantis, especially if Sunderland seeks to send him to a club of higher stature than Hibs.
“He’s 6’3”, covers ground well and has the strength to be a force at both ends of the pitch,” McDermott said. “If Sunderland gain promotion via the play-offs, they might prefer him to step up, and Rangers would be a logical next step.”
Although Triantis is naturally a centre-back, he’s been converted into a defensive midfielder at Hibs — a role that could fill a potential void at Ibrox. With speculation growing around summer interest in midfielders Nicolas Raskin and Mohamed Diomande, Rangers may soon have a hole to fill in their engine room.
A temporary switch to Auchenhowie could be mutually beneficial. Triantis has already adapted to the Scottish Premiership and could bring added bite and balance to Rangers’ midfield. Supporters of Sunderland also hold him in high regard, and a spell in Glasgow could aid his development further — while providing a cost-effective solution for Rangers in light of potential Financial Fair Play constraints.
