Rangers linked to James Tavernier replacement who's value may rise 'significantly' as Wrexham rumour emerges
Wrexham are another club said to have transfer interest in a player linked to Rangers.
James Tavernier’s Rangers exit announcement is still red-hot - but already the club are linked to a transfer battle with Wrexham over his replacement.
The long-serving club captain has confirmed he will leave Ibrox at the end of the season. Dujon Sterling is one option Rangers have as an alternate at right-back but shopping in that market is likely come the summer window. One star they have been linked to is Hammarby’s Hampus Skoglund.
He has impressed in Sweden and been capped plenty at U21s level in his homeland. Now 22, he is contracted until 2029, featuring 72 times overall for his current club. Wrexham in the English Championship are also claimed to be interested alongside a clutch of clubs in Europe.
Who could Rangers sign to replace James Tavernier?
Claims initial spawned in TransferFeed who stated: “Hammarby's Swedish right-back Hampus Skoglund is a potential option for Rangers and could be signed for a fee of £2m this summer. The 22-year-old has exceptional passing and crossing abilities, and is aware of his teammates' movements.
“He is considered an investment for both the short and long term, with the potential for his value to rise significantly, similar to how Emmanuel Fernandez's value rose after he joined the club. Skoglund has 14 caps and one goal for the Sweden U21 team, joined Hammarby in March 2024, and has a contract until the end of 2029. His market value is €2.20m, according to Transfermarkt. In the past, he has been linked with clubs including FSV Mainz 05, Wrexham, and Girona.”
Then transfer journalist, Ekrem Konkur, claimed on X: “Hampus Skoglund is on Rangers’ radar for the summer. Interest, Rangers, FSV Mainz 05, Wrexham and Girona. Contract with Hammarby until 2029, potential fee around £2M.”
Why is James Tavernier leaving Rangers?
A statement from Tavernier reads: “To the fans, my teammates and all the staff at the club. After a lot of thought, I've made the decision that this will be my final season at the club. This hasn't been an easy decision. This club has been a huge part of my life and my family's over the past 11 years. It's given me so much, both on and off the pitch and from the moment I arrived, I've always tried to give everything I had to represent it in the right way.
“To have had the honour of being made captain of this club since 2018 is something I will always be incredibly proud of. Leading this team out, wearing the armband and being trusted in that role has meant more to me than I can properly put into words. We've shared the highs and the lows together and some truly incredible moments along the way.
“These include lifting the Scottish Cup, League Cup, our journey to a European final and those unforgettable European nights at Ibrox against Borussia Dortmund and RB Leipzig, where the atmosphere was something I will never forget. It also includes winning the league title and delivering 55, a moment that meant everything to this club and its supporters and one I will carry with me for the rest of my life.”
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