AliousRangers Ready to Cash In on Dessers as Martin Eyes Proven “Complete No.9” to Fire Ibrox Title Charge
As Rangers prepare for a crucial European qualifier later this month, manager Russell Martin continues reshaping his first-team squad—though uncertainty looms around striker Cyriel Dessers’ future at Ibrox.
The Nigerian forward was absent from Rangers’ recent pre-season draw, prompting questions. Martin later clarified that Dessers is nursing an ankle issue but confirmed that the club had previously rejected a lowball offer for the 30-year-old. While Martin praised the striker’s attitude and eagerness to return to training, speculation persists—particularly amid reported interest from AEK Athens.
Whether Dessers will still be a Rangers player come the end of the window remains unclear, but there’s growing logic behind the idea of parting ways with the experienced forward. Financially, with two years left on his contract and his 31st birthday looming, this summer may represent the last chance to recoup solid value. From a footballing standpoint, the argument is just as strong.
Despite his work rate, Dessers has struggled with consistency in front of goal—especially in key fixtures. His record of just two goals in ten matches against Celtic, and a pattern of missed chances in Europe, underlines his inefficiency. Across his time at Ibrox, he has missed 59 “big chances,” including ten in just 12 Europa League appearances, underperforming his expected goals (xG) tally significantly.
In contrast, Rangers are now reportedly in the mix for Girona striker **Bojan Miovski**, according to Macedonian outlet *Gol Mk*. The 26-year-old, who joined Girona from Aberdeen last summer for around £6.8 million, is attracting interest from clubs including Hamburg, Freiburg, and even Celtic.
Miovski, who has previously been called a “complete number 9” by journalist Josh Bunting, would represent a major upgrade in Rangers’ attack—particularly due to his proven record against Scotland’s elite. During his spell with Aberdeen, the left-footed striker scored seven goals in 16 combined appearances against Rangers and Celtic. This composure and productivity in big games contrast sharply with Dessers’ struggles in similar fixtures.
While Miovski endured a modest season in La Liga, scoring just twice in 17 appearances, his prior dominance in the Scottish Premiership suggests he could rediscover his form quickly upon a return. He’s a striker who thrives when chances come his way—exactly the kind of player Rangers need to capitalise on the creative service they regularly produce.
If the Gers can move on from Dessers and beat their rivals to Miovski’s signature, it could be a decisive moment in Martin’s rebuild—a smart, experience-driven signing that raises the team’s ceiling in domestic and European competitions.
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