Rangers Want to Sign Chelsea Player Today Before Deadline

Rangers want to sign Chelsea defender Aaron Anselmino before the deadline, according to the Scottish Daily Mail.

The newspaper reports in its print edition (page 59, 3 February) that the 19-year-old is on Philippe Clement’s radar ahead of the 11:00 pm deadline.

The Stamford Bridge side are willing to let the Argentine leave on loan to toughen him up, and the Gers could seal the deal with the promise of Europa League football. [Scottish Sun]

Potential Competition from Marseille

However, they face competition from French side Marseille, who have agreed on a deal with the Blues [Fabrizio Romano], but the Bears could hijack the move.

Rangers Need Reinforcements Before the Deadline

The Light Blues have only made one signing so far in the winter transfer window, a loan for Lille defender Rafael Fernandes that could turn into a permanent deal in the summer.

Clement needs more reinforcements if he is to have any chance of bridging a ten-point gap with arch-rivals Celtic and taking his side on a deep Europa League run.

The Gers have Neraysho Kasanwirjo and Dujon Sterling sidelined with injury at the moment, which forced James Tavernier into a makeshift centre-back role in the 2-1 win over Union Saint-Gilloise.

Defensive and Attacking Cover Required

Any more defensive injuries could send the Bears into a crisis, so they need cover before the deadline comes around.

They could also do with attacking reinforcements and hold an interest in former Liverpool star Bobby Clark, who has struggled for game time at Red Bull Salzburg.

It could be an interesting deadline day for Gers supporters if the club can get moves completed before the transfer market slams shut.

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