Exclusive: Rangers’ ‘£25m’ new signing plan revealed
Rangers Football Club is preparing for a transformative summer with plans to invest up to £25 million in new signings as part of a strategic rebuild, The Scotsman has exclusively revealed. This ambitious investment signals a strong statement of intent from Ibrox as the club aims to reassert domestic dominance and make a deeper impact in European competition.
The recruitment drive is expected to be one of the most significant in recent years, as manager Philippe Clement and the Rangers board seek to reshape the squad with a mixture of proven talent and emerging stars. Following a season of mixed results and intense competition from rivals Celtic, the club’s hierarchy is determined to back their manager fully in the upcoming transfer window.
Key Areas Identified
According to sources close to the club, Rangers have identified several key areas for reinforcement, with the striker and midfield positions considered top priorities. The attacking department is in urgent need of a clinical, consistent forward capable of delivering 20+ goals a season—particularly in the wake of injury struggles and inconsistent form across the current frontline.
Midfield dynamism is also being sought, with an emphasis on players who can bring both defensive steel and attacking creativity. The departure or likely exit of several fringe and out-of-contract players is expected to free up significant space in the wage budget, paving the way for high-impact signings.
Data-Driven Scouting
Rangers’ approach will be heavily data-led, using advanced analytics to target undervalued or rising talents in European leagues. The club’s scouting team, which has been bolstered over the last 12 months, is particularly focused on markets in Scandinavia, Belgium, the Netherlands, and France.
It is believed that a shortlist of primary targets has already been compiled, with negotiations underway for some of them ahead of the summer window. The goal is to complete the bulk of the business early to allow new players a full pre-season under Clement.
Youth Integration and Sell-On Strategy
As part of the £25m plan, Rangers will continue their dual focus on investing in young players with high resale value. This “buy, develop, and sell” model has been successfully used by clubs across Europe and is seen as a vital part of Rangers’ long-term financial sustainability.
A key component of the club’s strategy is also the integration of academy graduates into the first team. Young talents such as Bailey Rice and Zak Lovelace are expected to be more involved next season, while new signings will be brought in with development potential in mind.
Financial Backing and Fan Support
The board’s commitment to this investment has been backed by a combination of UEFA prize money from European competition, a healthy season ticket base, and new commercial partnerships. Fan ownership group Club 1872 and other supporter stakeholders have been briefed on the club’s medium-term financial strategy, and there is optimism that the spending will be both ambitious and responsible.
Rangers also believe that smart spending—not just big spending—is key. Past mistakes in the transfer market have left scars, but the current leadership insists that every move will be carefully considered, with a balance between short-term impact and long-term value.
Looking Ahead
With Celtic expected to strengthen again this summer and Hearts and Aberdeen continuing to grow, Rangers’ £25m recruitment plan represents a crucial moment. Philippe Clement, who has enjoyed early support from fans, now has the backing to build a team in his image.
The club’s ambitions are clear: win back the Scottish Premiership title, perform in Europe, and build a sustainable future through smart recruitment and youth development.
Supporters will be watching closely, but for now, there is growing excitement around what promises to be a pivotal summer at Ibrox.
