Rangers are expected to submit a bid for Dundee centre-back Luke Graham imminently, with a host of other clubs said to be pursuing the 22-year-old.
Portsmouth, Norwich City and Derby County are said to have registered interest with Dundee, in addition to other clubs from Europe and the United States.
Rangers’ time to strike is now, before the player is out of reach.
Why Rangers are attracted to Luke Graham
After a stellar campaign in the Scottish Premiership, Graham’s stock is as high as it’s ever been.
He has an adequate level of experience in Scotland to make the move to Ibrox, even if he is still developing.
Luke Graham possesses good awareness, he can pick a pass and most importantly, he’s a resolute defender.
There are still questions over his physical profile, but he will have time to improve further and stake his claim, should he make the move to the southside of Glasgow.
If Rangers miss out now and Graham goes on to the English Championship or abroad, the next logical step would be to an even higher level.
That is not where Rangers compete on transfers.
The club is right to make the move now while the price tag represents value and an affordable fee, as well as an investment in the future.
Luke Graham is ready and capable of playing now in the Scottish Premiership – the rest is up to him on how far he can push his potential.
He’s young, Scottish, homegrown and talented, with a realistic prospect of improving even further.
This is a Rangers transfer story that ticks all the boxes.
