There’s a proper feeling of a crossroads about the squad after reading that and seeing wee Mikey Moore followed around on Spurs’ channel — looks like he’s not coming back whatever happens next season. When you add in the lapsing loans and OOC players, this is shaping up to be a very busy summer.

Who looks set to leave

The list from the post is stark and simple: Tav (OOC), Rice (OOC), Cornelius (loan), Meghoma (loan), Djiga (loan), Aarons (loan), ASO (loan), Moore (loan) and Wright (OOC). That’s eight first‑team names, and that’s before you even consider the likes of Raskin, Diomande or Fernandez if any of them are sold. The point isn’t to be alarmist, it’s to be realistic — there will be gaps to fill.

Why this isn’t just another window

If we do finish strongly and get into Europe — and if the board want to consolidate rather than paper over cracks — this summer can’t be about quantity. We can’t just sign bodies to make up numbers. The transfer window is always messy, but a World Cup year makes it worse: clubs hold out, valuations shift and negotiations drag. That makes planning and prioritising even more important.

What we should be looking for

First, cover the obvious gaps with quality rather than cheap fixes. A mix of experienced heads and a couple of promising young signings is the sensible route. Second, be honest about who stays and who doesn’t — clarity helps the dressing room and the recruitment team. Finally, stick to structure: identify positions that need long‑term solutions and don’t waste resources chasing stopgaps. Rangers News Views will be watching how smart the business is.

It’s daunting, sure, but it’s also a chance to sharpen the squad. We won’t be bored this summer, that’s for certain. The hope is whoever’s doing the deals remembers that success next season starts with making the right calls now.

Written by bigbluejim: 8 June 2026

Tags: transfers tactics