Rangers have set a €10 million asking price for winger Djeidi Gassama and are willing to sell the 22-year-old this week. French outlet Foot Mercato reported the news on Friday, stating that interest from Serie A and Ligue 1 is firm, with AS Monaco remaining keen on the player.
Gassama's contract at Ibrox runs until 2029, but the club's difficult start to the season appears to be prompting a reassessment of the squad. Rangers sit 9th in the Premiership with just one point from their opening two games, having scored twice and conceded three. They are already five points behind leaders Celtic ahead of their next fixture, an away trip to face Falkirk on 2 September. You can track their progress on our standings page.
Which clubs are interested in Djeidi Gassama?
Italian sides Monza and Parma have already tested Rangers' resolve with bids in the region of €7 million. Both offers were turned down as they fell short of the €10m valuation. Monaco are aware of the price tag and maintain their interest in the French winger. The Ligue 1 club is now considering whether to meet Rangers' demands before the transfer window closes. This potential outgoing comes as manager Derek McInnes reshapes his attacking options following a summer of change.
How does this fit into Rangers' transfer plans?
The potential sale of Gassama is part of a broader strategic shift under McInnes. With no European football this season and after a disappointing loss to Jablonec last Thursday, the manager is actively moulding his squad. Rangers have already brought in two new wingers this summer, Daisuke Yokota and Kim Min-su. The club is also chasing a return for Czech forward Vaclav Cerny, whom they previously had on loan but declined to sign permanently. A verbal offer has been made to his current club, Besiktas, with Rangers prepared to formalise that bid. Both the Turkish club and the player need convincing for the deal to proceed.
What is the current state of the Rangers squad?
McInnes is operating from a position that requires improvement. The team's early form has been below par, and the squad is also dealing with absences. Midfielder José Cifuentes and forward Youssef Chermiti are currently sidelined, adding to the manager's selection challenges. The full extent of the available playing staff can be viewed on our squad list. Moving on a player like Gassama, who arrived with promise, signals a desire for immediate and different contributions in the final third.
What happens next for Rangers?
The immediate focus is on the pitch, with a crucial match against Falkirk coming up. A positive result is needed to build momentum. Off the field, the next few days will be decisive in the transfer market. Securing a fee for Gassama could directly fund a move for Cerny or provide budget flexibility. All this activity occurs against a backdrop where Rangers must start climbing the table quickly. Fans can follow the team's upcoming schedule on our fixtures page as McInnes looks to steer the season back on course.
