AliousRangers Transfer Round-Up: Aarons Deal Close, Dessers Future Uncertain & Toffolo Tipped for Ibrox Move
Rangers are gearing up for a pivotal summer in the transfer market as new ownership sparks a fresh wave of ambition at Ibrox. Although the club has yet to announce any senior arrivals, multiple deals are reportedly progressing behind the scenes, and the next few weeks promise significant movement.
Darling Off the Table – Norwich Win the Race
One player who *won’t* be heading to Glasgow is centre-back Harry Darling. The 25-year-old had been on Rangers’ radar as his Swansea City contract approached its end, but Norwich City swooped in to secure his services. The Canaries confirmed the signing on June 16, with the defender set to officially join on July 1. Birmingham and Sheffield United were also interested but ultimately lost out to the Championship outfit.
Dessers Departure Back in the Headlines
Cyriel Dessers’ name continues to dominate transfer speculation. Despite an impressive scoring record—netting 51 goals in 109 games over two seasons—his performances have split opinion. Rangers boss Russell Martin is reportedly open to letting the Nigerian striker leave, with clubs across Europe monitoring the situation.
Scottish Daily Mail columnist Gary Keown didn’t mince words, urging Rangers to part ways with the 30-year-old:
> “Dessers should be sold — that’s a no-brainer. His stats are solid, but he just doesn’t look like the player to lead the line for a club like Rangers.”
While the numbers favour Dessers, the eye test and tactical fit seem to be pushing him closer to the exit door.
Toffolo a Free Agent Option for Left-Back
Nottingham Forest’s Harry Toffolo has been linked with a move to Rangers, with journalist Scott McDermott floating his name as a realistic target. Toffolo is now a free agent after Forest declined to extend his contract, and his past connection with Russell Martin—when both were at Norwich—could pave the way for a reunion.
“He’s available, he finished the season strongly, and Martin knows him well,” McDermott noted. “As a left-back, he’d be a smart addition to the squad.”
With depth needed in that area, Toffolo’s experience and cost-free availability make him an attractive proposition.
Max Aarons Deal Nearly Done
The biggest development of the week revolves around **Max Aarons**, with reports claiming Rangers have reached a verbal agreement with Bournemouth for a season-long loan move. Spanish journalist Matteo Moretto suggests that the deal is in its final stages and is expected to be sealed shortly.
Aarons, a pacy and technically gifted right-back, would become the first senior signing under Martin and bring a serious upgrade to the defensive flanks.
Summary: Rangers are accelerating their transfer activity, with Max Aarons close to joining, Harry Darling off the table, Dessers attracting sale talk again, and Harry Toffolo emerging as a free-agent option. A busy few weeks await Ibrox as the rebuild begins in earnest.
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