Rangers’ January transfer saga continues, with Ridvan Yilmaz’s potential return to Turkey taking center stage. Galatasaray reignite their interest in the left-back, reportedly set for fresh talks with Ibrox chiefs in the coming days according to Turkish transfer expert Yagiz Sabuncugolu.
Sabuncuoglu claims that Galatasaray are set for a fresh round of talks with Rangers this week.
READ: Who is Arda Guler? The 18-year-old ‘Turkish Messi’ Wanted by Europe’s Biggest Clubs
Armed with an increased transfer budget following the transfer of Sacha Boey to Bayern Munich, the Lions will be hoping to make defensive reinforcements before the end of the transfer window to help with their title race and Europa League run.
Yilmaz, signed for £5m from Besiktas in 2022, has faced whispers of an exit all window. Though Hellas Verona briefly entered the picture, Galatasaray are the persistent suitors, eyeing a loan with a summer purchase option.
Sacha Boey’s recent Bayern Munich switch could reportedly grease the financial wheels for the deal.
Manager Philippe Clement warned fans of a frantic window finale, and his words ring true. Jefte’s impending arrival from Fluminense could seal Yilmaz’s fate, pushing him towards the Galatasaray exit door.
With Yilmaz talks heating up and Jefte nearing Ibrox, Rangers fans can expect a whirlwind of activity before the transfer window slams shut.
Yilmaz is happy at Rangers after breaking into the team and his exit would leave the Scottish giants lacking depth at left-back so Galatasaray would have make an attractive offer to prize him away.
