Rangers in exit 'discussions' with three clubs over Sheffield United target as ex Leeds star could leave Ibrox

An update has emerged over the future of one Rangers star prominently linked to Sheffield United this transfer window.

It was only back in the summer that Joe Rothwell arrived in the midfield department at Ibrox after time at Bournemouth. He spent last season on loan at Leeds United and helped the Elland Road side earn promotion back to the Premier League, and he has retained admirers at English Championship level, despite struggling at Rangers.

Sheffield United have been linked with signing the midfielder this window and now it’s been claimed by the Rangers Review that Rothwell has interest from three unnamed clubs, who are locked in talks. He is a player the Premiership side want to shift before the end of the winter transfer window and preferably on a permanent basis, less than a year after his arrival.

Joe Rothwell Rangers exit update

It’s stated: “The Rangers Review revealed before the window opened that Joe Rothwell would be allowed to depart just six months after he moved to Glasgow. It is understood that three clubs are in discussions with Rangers over a deal for the former Leeds United and Bournemouth midfielder, whose stock remains high given his exploits in the Championship.

“Rangers paid a modest six-figure fee to land Rothwell in the summer. A permanent transfer is the preferred option at this end of the negotiations and work is ongoing to secure an agreement.”

Meanwhile, Rangers moved within four points of league leaders Hearts on Sunday, a 3-0 win against Dundee firmly cementing their grip on second as Celtic played out a draw against the Jambos to put them in third by two points. James Tavernier scored his 100th goal on league business for Rangers and was only too happy to do so, while bolstering title credentials.

James Tavernier on Rangers 3-0 Dundee

He said: “Personally it is a proud moment to reach that milestone in the league But it couldn’t have done it without all the players I have played with, so it is a big thanks to them I think Nico Raskin should have scored the goal, but we got the penalty that I put away, so 100 goals, I will look back on it when I hang up the boots and appreciate it.

“We could have controlled the game better, but we never gave them many chances so we can enjoy this win, but then we have to focus as there is a long way to go. We knew they were in form and we knew it would be a tough game.

“We felt that if we kept a clean sheet and nullified them, then we would create chances. You have to be clinical enough to put them away. It was late in the game, but I am delighted to get three goals and the three points. We have to go game by game and we have another important one against Porto. The belief is there and we have to have that consistency.”