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The club’s sporting director acknowledges that additional player exits are unavoidable but declines to specify exact departure figures.
Kevin Thelwell has declared his willingness to make uncompromising choices regarding Rangers players’ futures as the comprehensive squad restructuring continues.
The newly appointed Ibrox sporting director has already commenced collaborative work with head coach Russell Martin on transforming the current playing roster for the upcoming campaign.
Thelwell emphasizes their preparedness to make significant decisions that will strengthen Rangers and ensure optimal preparation ahead of the new season’s challenges.
The leadership duo have already identified specific transfer targets, including Leicester City centre-back Conor Coady and Israeli forward Dor Turgeman among their priority acquisitions.
However, uncertainty persists around several existing squad members** who failed to meet expectations during last season’s disappointing performances at Ibrox.
Sporting Director Commits to Decisive Squad Reconstruction
Thelwell confirms their determination to be decisive in rebuilding a competitive squad capable of immediate trophy contention this season.
When questioned about potential departures reaching double figures alongside equivalent incoming transfers, he responded: “I wouldn’t want to specify exact numbers at this stage.
“Extensive behind-the-scenes preparation has already been undertaken.
“We’ve been conducting thorough assessments and evaluations of our current playing group.
“There are undoubtedly talented individuals within the Rangers setup. However, like every football organization, opportunities for enhancement always exist.
“Our objective is to enter the transfer market and identify prospects that elevate team performance and strength.
“With Russell now installed as head coach, we have the opportunity to collaborate immediately and discuss the squad composition and our forward strategy.
“We must make decisive, rapid decisions and subsequently work to construct a team that facilitates success.”
Potential Departures Include Key Assets
Rangers may need to evaluate offers for their most valuable players during the current transfer window, with Nico Raskin, Mohamed Diomande, and Hamza Igamane all generating external interest and departure speculation.
Thelwell acknowledges inevitable squad modifications but maintains that he and Martin are committed to concluding the summer window with enhanced player depth compared to their current situation.
Former Everton Executive Outlines Transfer Philosophy
The previous Goodison Park sporting director explained: “From my viewpoint, we desire the most competitive team achievable.
“We all recognize that new players will arrive while others will depart.
“This represents an essential component of any strategic approach. However, our ultimate goal is ensuring that when the transfer window concludes – the team appears strengthened through our activities during this trading period.
“That represents our primary focus and commitment.”
The comprehensive restructuring signals Rangers’ ambitious intentions to return to competitive relevance after recent disappointments, with Thelwell and Martin’s partnership expected to deliver significant squad transformation before the new campaign begins.
Their willingness to make **difficult decisions regardless of player status or previous investment demonstrates the club’s commitment to immediate improvement rather than gradual development approaches.
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