Cyriel Dessers, who hasn’t started Rangers’ last four Scottish Premiership games, came off the bench against St Johnstone this past weekend.
In early December, he scored his final league goal for Philippe Clement’s team against Kilmarnock. The Nigerian has not started the previous two Europa League games, and it appears that his playing time is running out.
Italy is currently showing interest in the Rangers player. According to a report published today by Corriere dello Sport, Cagliari views the 30-year-old as a potential addition to their assault in the event that veteran Gianluca Lapadula leaves this month.
The Sardinian team considers Dessers to be their “favourite” target, but Empoli is a real threat, and “a duel is underway” between the two teams.
Corriere dello Sport published something similar yesterday, while Corriere Fiorentino also discussed Empoli’s fondness for the Rangers player. Given that he spent a season in Italy while he was at Cremonese, it is evident that Dessers is interested in the country.
This season, the player has scored 12 goals for Rangers in all competitions. Making a choice about Dessers will be crucial even as he declines in the hierarchy.
Rangers could bank millions after Malik Tillman transfer development
Rangers could earn up to £3.5 million if Malik Tillman returns to Bayern Munich, according to *The Herald*.
The outlet reported on 11 January that the club included a 10% sell-on clause in their agreement with Bayern after opting out of a permanent deal for the former Ibrox loanee.
Bayern previously paid Rangers £1.2 million following Tillman’s move to PSV Eindhoven, which includes a £35 million buy back option. Speaking to *Eindhovens Dagblad* on 10 January, Tillman expressed his dream of returning to the Allianz Arena, a move that could provide Rangers with a significant financial boost.
**Potential Windfall for Rangers**
The decision to insert the sell-on clause appears to have been a shrewd move after Bayern pulled out of their initial agreement. Although Tillman has performed well at PSV, it remains uncertain whether Bayern will exercise their buy-back option.
The 22-year-old had an impressive 2022/23 season at Ibrox, scoring 10 goals and assisting four times in the Scottish Premiership. Currently, Rangers’ attack features players like Vaclav Cerny, Nedim Bajrami, and Ianis Hagi. Cerny has been a standout performer but is on loan from Wolfsburg until the end of the season. Meanwhile, Hagi’s recent return to form has been welcomed by fans.
Given the need to strengthen the squad, particularly during the winter transfer window, the potential compensation from Tillman’s sell-on clause could provide a much-needed financial boost. Manager Patrick Stewart will need to address key areas, including the defence, as injuries have plagued the team this season.
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