Rangers are on the brink of completing two major transfer deals as the club pushes to strengthen the squad before the Premiership kick-off. The latest updates suggest Marko Dragojevic, Danilo and Jan Cerny are all within touching distance of sealing moves to Ibrox.
Which players are Rangers targeting?
Marko Dragojevic, the 24-year-old midfielder, remains a priority for Rangers manager. Danilo, the Brazilian full-back, is also nearing a deal after protracted talks. Jan Cerny, the Czech goalkeeper, is the third name in the frame as Rangers look to bolster their defensive options.
The club’s transfer strategy reflects a clear ambition: add quality while keeping the wage structure sustainable. Dragojevic’s versatility in midfield could provide cover for injuries, while Danilo’s experience in European football would add depth to the backline. Cerny’s arrival would shore up the goalkeeping department after a season where Rangers conceded 31 goals in 33 Premiership games.
Why do these deals matter now?
With the Premiership title race tighter than ever-Rangers trail leaders Heart Of Midlothian by just one point-every squad addition carries extra weight. The club’s recent form, a mixed bag of two wins and three losses in the last five games, shows where improvements are needed. A 5-2 thrashing of Falkirk on 16 May 2026 proved Rangers can still dominate, but inconsistency has cost them dearly.
Goals scored this season (66) highlight the attack’s potency, yet the defensive frailties-31 goals conceded-cannot be ignored. Signing a reliable goalkeeper like Cerny could address that directly. Meanwhile, Dragojevic and Danilo would add steel in midfield and at full-back, areas where Rangers have struggled against top sides.
What’s next for Rangers?
The next fixture, a home clash against Saint Etienne on 22 July 2026, looms large. A positive result here could set the tone for the new campaign. The club’s transfer window is narrowing, and the pressure is on to finalize deals before the deadline.
Rangers currently sit second in the Premiership with 69 points from 33 games-19 wins, 12 draws and just two losses. Their recent run of two wins followed by three losses (WWLLL) suggests momentum is fragile. A strong pre-season and sharp transfer business could be the difference between glory and heartbreak.
The race for the title is still wide open, and Rangers cannot afford to stand still. If Dragojevic, Danilo and Cerny all arrive, the squad’s depth and quality will take a significant step forward-just as the Premiership’s most intense stretch begins.
