Rangers manager Danny Rohl has disclosed that the Ibrox club is already in active discussions with potential January signings, aiming to complete deals swiftly when the transfer window opens.
Early Moves in the Transfer Market
Rohl confirmed he has held direct conversations with players and their agents, as part of a concerted effort to strengthen his squad early next month. The German head coach is targeting a significant influx of new talent, stating the wish is to get "a lot of players in on January 1."
The recruitment drive is a collaborative effort, with Rohl working closely with the club's recruitment team. This group now includes former Norway and Liverpool defender Stig Inge Bjornebye, who was appointed as a consultant on an initial six-month advisory contract earlier this week to assist with transfer strategy.
A Collective Recruitment Strategy
Rohl outlined the detailed process being undertaken to identify the right characters for the Rangers squad. "I put some names to the recruitment team, they give me some recommendations. I watch the videos, I give them feedback. Then we look again at the data," he explained.
Beyond just tactical fit, Rohl emphasised the importance of mentality, revealing he asks probing questions to understand how targets handle pressure and setbacks. The club is understood to be seeking at least three new additions as they look to reshape the playing group under Rohl's leadership.
Title Race and Immediate Focus
This proactive transfer approach comes with a quiet confidence brewing at Ibrox that they can force their way back into the Scottish Premiership title race. Currently, they sit nine points behind league leaders Hearts, albeit with a game in hand.
Their immediate challenge is a trip to Tynecastle to face Hearts, where a victory would significantly close the gap. Team news is mixed ahead of the clash: striker Bojan Miovski remains a fitness doubt after missing the 1-0 win over Hibernian, while Lyall Cameron has been ruled out after receiving an injection.
Rohl acknowledged the scale of the task, calling it a "tough game" and the kind of challenge "why we play football." He tempered expectations, however, by noting that while a win would be a major step, "we also won’t win the league on the weekend."
The manager's dual focus is clear: securing a vital three points on the pitch while laying the groundwork for a transformative January window off it.
