Rangers starting XI next season if recent transfer rumours are true including Porto wonderkid & £8m midfielder

Rangers are closing in on the summer transfer window and new signings are likely to be afoot as head coach Danny Rohl prepares to oversee his second window.

The Ibrox side are running the risk of finishing a second season on the bounce without silverware following their Scottish Cup quarter-final exit at the hands of Old Firm rivals Celtic earlier this month.

And despite coming under fire for failing to beat at an injury-hit Hoops side twice in the space of a week, it’s expected that Rohl will still retain the full backing of the club’s American owners to lead another squad overhaul - regardless of whether the German leads his side to the Scottish Premiership title.

While a number of incomings are expected, there could be plenty of movement in the opposite direction with players such as skipper James Tavernier and Rabbi Matondo likely to head for pastures new, while Nico Raskin and Mikey Moore are sure to attract plenty of interest

Looking at the most recent rumours, here’s what a dream Rangers XI may look like if they come to fruition, with FIVE new faces added to the team.

How Rangers XI could look from start of next season

GK - Jack Butland

Experienced shot-stopper has confirmed he’s ready and willing to hold talks over extending his contract, but no formal conversations have taken place as of yet. Could become a free agent this summer, but appears keen to commit his future to the club.

RB - Max Lowe

Rangers could find themselves at an advantage if they were to step up their interest in signing the Sheffield Wednesday defender, who has previous experience of Scottish football after a loan spell with Aberdeen during the 2018/19 season. Enquiries were made into the 28-year-old in January and Danny Rohl’s influence could help sway a potential deal in their favour.

CB - Mujaid Sadick

An interest has been displayed in the powerful K.R.C. Genk defender, even though the player has endured a slightly underwhelming season. Under contract until June 2028 and has a reported release clause of around €8m, but it’s understood Sadick would be open to a move. Could be a realistic option to strengthen the defensive line with several exits likely in this area of the pitch.

CB - Emmanuel Fernandez

Despite reports of interest from Premier League side West Ham United, the towering Londoner is viewed as a player with a bright future ahead of him. While Rangers could be open to sell him for a suitable price, they will demand a major profit. Would benefit from spending another season at Ibrox to continue his development.

LB - Tuur Rommens

Arguably one of Rangers best performers during the second half of the campaign. Scored his first goal for his new club against St Mirren last weekend. Snapped up from Belgian outfit Westerlo in January, Rommens has looked a class above Rangers’ previous left-back’s. Once a problem position now appears to be fixed.

CM - Tochi Chukwuani

Looks a classy operator based on his contribution thus far since joining from Austrian giants Sturm Graz in January. Has dipped in and out of the team in recent weeks but expected to become an established regular heading into next season.

CM - Jens Hjerto-Dahl

The Norwegian is reportedly still being monitored closely by Gers scouting department, having repeatedly been linked with a move for the Tromso star since January. The player decided against a mid-season transfer and is valued by his parent club at around £8m. On to keep an eye on over the coming months.

CAM - Cameron Ashia

A versatile attacker who has been touted as a possible first summer recruit. The 19-year-old can play as a centre-forward but is strongest in the No.10 role. His contract with EFL League One side Huddersfield Town is due to expire at the end of the season, meaning he could be signed on a free transfer. That would make potential negotiations much easier.

RW - Andreas Skov Olsen

At present, it’s unclear if Rangers will decide to press the button to turn the Danish internationalist loan deal into a permanent stay. The VfL Wolfsburg loanee has failed to set the heather alight since arriving in Govan in January and would cost around £9m to tie down on a long-term contract. A lot will depend on how the attacker finishes the current campaign.

LW - Oskar Pietuszewski

Rangers sent representatives to watch the Polish Under-21 international in action for Porto during their recent 3-0 league win over Moreirense. The 17-year-old scored during the first half and is currently valued at €12m on Transfermarkt. The Portuguese giants signed him from Jagiellonia Bialystok in January and his contract includes a significant release clause, which could prove a potential stumbling block. Might be a player they explore bringing in on loan.

CF - Ryan Naderi

Danny Rohl would not have put his faith in signing a striker from the German third division for a significant sum in January without knowing what is capable of. While Rangers fans are yet to see the best of him, the former Hansa Rostock hitman is expected to flourish once he adapts fully to the demands of Scottish football. A full pre-season will benefit the 22-year-old.

Liam Kelly (GK), John Souttar, Connor Barron, Youssef Chermiti, Mohamed Diomande, Thelo Aasgaard, Oliver Antman, Dujon Sterling, Bojan Miovski