Rangers are keen to tie a “sensational” player down to a new contract at the club, according to a fresh claim from former scout Mick Brown.
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The Gers-related headlines are clearly dominated by Philippe Clement‘s sacking at Ibrox, following the woeful 2-0 loss at home to St. Mirren in the Scottish Premiership on Saturday.
It was one bad result too many for the Belgian, who had been feeling the heat for some time, and Rangers must now ensure that they bring in the right permanent replacement after interim boss Barry Ferguson – someone who can take the team in a positive direction and get the most out of a talented squad.
The 47-year-old has come in until the end of the season, and while he may not have managed for three years, he could be a shrewd choice to bring a feel-good factor back to the club.
Meanwhile, Steven Gerrard is considered a front-runner to take charge of Rangers permanently in the summer, although there is nothing concrete in the way of any approach or contact with the former boss yet.
Rangers want new deal for “sensational” ace
Speaking to Football Insider, former scout Brown said that Rangers want to ensure that Ianis Hagi signs a contract extension at Ibrox in the near future.
“I hear they’re determined to tie him down to a new deal. They have to make decisions about who their best players are. I remember Hagi being mentioned a lot a couple of seasons ago, and then when I saw him, it’s clear he’s got some talent.
“The problem is, he floats around in this loose fashion which requires the players to give him the ball – he’s not going to be chasing and going after it. With people like that in the side, you’re always vulnerable to some difficulties. He can do something a bit special, and then drop out of the game and it’s almost like they’re playing with ten men.
“I’m expecting they’ll do everything they can to get him on a new deal rather than lose him for free.“In normal circumstances, they might have to question it a bit, but the way things are there they can’t be letting first-team players leave for free.”
Hagi is an important player for Rangers, highlighted by the fact that he has eight goal contributions (three goals and five assists) to his name in the league this season, also averaging two key passes per game in the competition.
Ilie Dumitrescu has also described him as “sensational” and “superb” in the past, and at 26, there is no reason why his brilliance should wane any time in the near future.
Hagi is out of contract at Rangers in 2026, however, so this summer feels pivotal, in terms of either sorting out an extension or cashing in on him before he leaves for free next year.
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Hopefully, a new deal is agreed, but if an agreement isn’t reached, or if Ferguson or the next permanent manager doesn’t rate him, it is important to get a good fee for him while they can.
