Rangers are continuing their push to sign another striker before the 2 February transfer deadline, sources have revealed.
The Ibrox club are keen to strengthen their attacking options as they battle for the Premiership title, though there is an acceptance internally that getting a deal over the line will be difficult, with several clubs also chasing forward reinforcements.
Rangers recently completed a season-long loan deal for Danish winger Andreas Skov Olsen, who former Aberdeen chief executive Keith Wyness described as a “perfect” fit for Scottish football. However, despite that addition, Danny Rohl is still eager to bring in a recognised striker before the window closes.
Beyond that pursuit, Rangers’ late-window business is expected to focus more on potential outgoings than further arrivals.
Rangers seeking extra firepower up front
Youssef Chermiti is now set to remain at Ibrox after Rangers decided to give him more time to develop, despite earlier suggestions he could leave in January. The Portuguese forward doubled his goal tally for the season with a crucial brace in the recent Old Firm victory over Celtic, sparking renewed optimism around his form.
Bojan Miovski has also rediscovered his scoring touch, netting a hat-trick in Rangers’ 5-0 Scottish Cup win over Annan Athletic last weekend.
Despite that, Rohl believes further depth is needed in attack if Rangers are to sustain a serious title challenge. Danilo remains firmly out of favour, having not started a league match since early December and featuring only sparingly from the bench in recent weeks.
Kieron Bowie move looks unlikely
Rangers’ hopes of signing Kieron Bowie appear to be fading, with Wyness suggesting the Hibernian striker is more likely to join Celtic if he moves this month.
The 23-year-old has attracted widespread interest after contributing eight goals and three assists in 21 league appearances, but Hibs are reluctant to sell and any deal would require a significant mid-season outlay.
As a result, Rangers may now be forced to explore alternative options as they race against time to land the striker they believe could make the difference in the title run-in.
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