Rangers near two new signings ahead of season opener

Rangers manager Derek McInnes has confirmed the club is working to finalize at least one new signing, and possibly two, before the Scottish Premiership season kicks off on Friday, July 31, 2026, away to Dundee United. Speaking on Monday, July 27, after his team concluded its preseason schedule with a 0-0 draw against West Ham United, McInnes expressed confidence that the recruitment team was close to securing reinforcements.

"We're close to getting one done," McInnes told Sky Sports. "And we're actively trying to get one more done before the weekend, all being well." He indicated one deal would be permanent, while the other could initially be a loan, though the preference is for both to be permanent acquisitions. The manager stated he hoped for news on one signing within the next 48 hours.

McInnes identified the need for greater creativity and attacking penetration as a priority area for improvement. While he noted the squad has good options centrally in midfield and at center forward, he said the team is "a wee bit light defensively" and requires more players who can isolate defenders one-on-one. "I think in those creative moments, we need the ability to penetrate more and...