AliousThe San Francisco 49ers, poised to become the new owners of Rangers, may make the departure of James Tavernier one of their first major calls as part of a significant overhaul at the club, according to TEAMtalk sources.
The proposed takeover by the NFL franchise marks a pivotal moment for Rangers, potentially reshaping the club’s financial standing and ambitions within Scottish football. However, insiders stress that a major rebuild is essential if Rangers are to seriously challenge Celtic, who are on the verge of clinching yet another Premiership title.
Despite the promise of renewed direction, fans have been urged to manage expectations, as the new ownership reportedly won’t be splurging on marquee signings. Instead, the strategy will be a gradual reconstruction of the squad, with changes expected over several transfer windows.
Internal talks have already begun to evaluate a squad that has repeatedly fallen short in the title race. Club captain James Tavernier, a fixture in the lineup for nearly a decade and often a crucial performer, is reportedly among those being considered for departure.
Now 33, Tavernier remains a valuable asset with interest from clubs in Italy and the United States. With his contract set to expire in 2026, the upcoming summer and next January represent the last realistic opportunities for Rangers to secure a transfer fee, should he not agree to an extension.
Tavernier, currently the club’s highest earner, could also be offloaded to ease the wage bill. While past speculation linked him with a move to Saudi Arabia, the Gulf state is now believed to be shifting focus toward younger talents, reserving big-name acquisitions for global stars like Mohamed Salah.
In the coming weeks, a clearer picture is expected to emerge regarding the players set to leave Ibrox, but sources strongly indicate that Tavernier’s decade-long tenure at the club may be nearing its conclusion, with several more departures on the horizon.
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