Bayer Leverkusen Eye Rangers Star Amid Potential Ibrox Summer Shake-Up
Rangers could face a major challenge in keeping hold of one of their rising stars this summer, with Bundesliga champions Bayer Leverkusen reportedly interested in striker Hamza Igamane.
With significant changes expected at Ibrox over the coming months — including the arrival of new owners 49ers Enterprises and a permanent managerial appointment — a busy transfer window lies ahead. Player movement is anticipated, with both incoming and outgoing deals set to shape the squad for next season.
Igamane on the Radar of European Giants
According to TEAMtalk, Leverkusen have now joined a growing list of clubs monitoring Igamane’s situation, with the 22-year-old Moroccan attacker likely to be a hot topic in the transfer market.
Igamane was linked with a move away in January, attracting serious interest from Premier League sides Tottenham and Everton. While he ultimately stayed put, those clubs are reportedly still tracking his progress, and now Marseille have entered the race and are preparing a formal bid.
Leverkusen, fresh from a historic Bundesliga title win, are the latest heavyweight to express interest in Igamane, and their Champions League qualification could make them an appealing destination for the promising forward. A potential transfer to Germany could also generate a significant profit for Rangers.
Rangers Face Uphill Battle to Keep Igamane
Though Igamane has not been as prolific in recent weeks as he was earlier in the season, his talent remains undeniable. His pace, flair, and attacking instincts have caught the eye of scouts across Europe, and in a top-tier system, he is seen as a player capable of hitting double-digit goal tallies in any of Europe’s major leagues.
The prospect of working under highly rated Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso, should he remain in charge for another season, only adds to the appeal of a move for Igamane.
For Rangers, keeping the Moroccan at Ibrox may prove difficult, especially if Leverkusen follow through with their interest. However, his sale could provide vital financial backing as the club prepares for a squad overhaul under new ownership.
Big Decision Looms for Ibrox Hierarchy
While Rangers would ideally want to hold onto a talent like Igamane, the potential transfer fee could be too good to ignore. The funds raised could help the incoming manager and the 49ers’ hierarchy reshape the squad and strengthen multiple positions ahead of a renewed challenge to close the gap on Celtic.
With interest from England, France, and now Germany intensifying, the countdown to a pivotal summer transfer window is well and truly on. Whether Rangers choose to cash in on Igamane or fight to keep him could be one of the defining decisions of their off-season rebuild.
