JUST NOW: Rangers Target Connor Barron to Bolster Midfield Amid Transfer Setback.
The player is anticipated to undergo an Ibrox medical assessment following Rangers’ transfer setback.
In the competition to sign Damian Garcia, who isn’t coming to Ibrox this summer, Rangers have been dealt a blow. The 20-year-old was interested in signing with the Gers this summer, but he has now chosen to sign a new contract with Penarol. The last half of Garcia’s deal with the Uruguayan team was drawing near. The Gers may have sought to sign him cheaply in order to turn a profit later on.
The midfield player is expected to sign a contract extension through December 2026, according to DS Sports, and he will receive a substantial pay increase. This summer, the Rangers will need to strengthen their midfield, and the Bears will focus on Connor Barron. The Daily Record reports that the 21-year-old midfield player, who is a free agent, will now likely have a physical with the Ibrox team.
For Rangers, finding a new midfield player is crucial. This summer, Philippe Clement intends to reorganize his midfield. The Rangers must fill the vacuum left by the departure of both Ryan Jack and John Lundstram as their contracts expired. Long-term signing Mohamed Diomande, but Clement needs better quality in the midfield. Barron is a fascinating
Barron is a dynamic midfield player who is well-versed in Scottish football and might be a valuable addition to the Gers. Barron will sign a free transfer, but because of his advancement via the Pittodrie junior system, Aberdeen is probably going to demand payment. The 21-year-old is being pursued by a number of Italian and English teams, but it seems like the Gers have gotten an early advantage over their competitors. The Scottish midfielder would join the team as its fourth recruit if the transfer goes through, joining Jefte, Oscar Cortes, and Clinton Nsiala.
