Change is on the horizon for Rangers this summer, whether you call it a revamp, rebuild, or reconstruction. Significant changes have already occurred, with the club parting ways with five seasoned players at the end of their contracts, generating no transfer fees in the process. Belgian manager Philippe Clement faces a challenging task this summer as he considers further cuts to the first-team squad. However, one player has already demonstrated his abilities early in pre-season: Cyriel Dessers.
Initially struggling to impress and facing criticism from fans, Dessers began to win over supporters as the season progressed despite dealing with a series of injuries. Now, he is strongly linked with a move away from Ibrox, with Greek club PAOK and other European and Saudi Arabian teams showing interest. With the potential to recoup the £4.5 million spent on him last summer, Rangers supporters are more hesitant about his departure. Starting pre-season on a high note, Dessers scored in the club’s first friendly of the new campaign, contributing to a 5-2 victory over Hamilton.