Rangers looked set to sign Moroccan winger Couhaib Driouech last week after agreeing a £7million deal with PSV Eindhoven. However, the deal fell through on Friday due to an issue identified during his medical checks. Driouech subsequently returned to the Netherlands, joining PSV’s open training session on Tuesday (18 August) before clarifying in an interview that a “difference of opinion between the doctors” caused the transfer to fall apart.
What are the implications for Rangers?
The collapsed transfer deal has left Rangers searching for alternative targets, with Brighton & Hove Albion’s Amario Cozier-Duberry and Lechia Gdansk’s Camilo Mena reportedly on their radar. Meanwhile, the Light Blues have turned their attention towards other areas of the pitch, with a focus on strengthening their squad ahead of the new season.
What comes next for Driouech?
Despite the failed transfer, interest in the dynamic winger remains high across multiple leagues. Red Bull Salzburg, managed by former Rangers boss Danny Rohl, are now considering a formal approach to PSV. The Austrian club are well aware of Driouech’s profile and could provide him with an immediate escape route before the transfer window closes.
Who else is interested in Driouech?
Spanish La Liga side Celta Vigo, who previously competed with Rangers for the player’s signature, have re-established contact with PSV. Additionally, MLS club Columbus Crew have formally reached out to the Dutch champions to register their interest, creating a competitive market for the wide player’s services ahead of deadline day.
The Light Blues are currently 1 point behind leaders Heart Of Midlothian in the title race, with a recent form of 2W-0D-3L (WWLLL, most recent first); on a 2-game winning run. They have scored 66 goals this season, conceding 31 and boasting a +35 goal difference. Their last result was a 5-2 win over Falkirk on 16 May 2026. League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 2nd in Premiership, 69 pts, 19W-12D-2L from 33 games, recent form WLLLL.
