How Rangers Stole Celtic’s Major Transfer Target

Rangers have entered the race to sign Frosinone winger Fares Ghedjemis after reportedly submitting an £8 million offer, intensifying competition with rivals Celtic during the summer transfer window.

According to Sky Sports, the Ibrox club is attempting to beat Celtic to the highly rated attacker after the Hoops previously had a £6 million bid rejected by the Italian side.

Rangers have already been one of the busiest teams in Scotland this summer, bringing in several new faces. Most of those arrivals have come through free transfers and loan deals, but the latest bid suggests the club is now prepared to make a significant financial commitment for the right player.

Celtic have also focused on reinforcing their attacking options ahead of the new campaign. The arrivals of Kasper Hogh and Camilo Duran have strengthened Brendan Rodgers’ squad, yet the Scottish champions remain keen to add further quality in the final third.

Transfer battles between Glasgow’s biggest clubs are nothing new, and Ghedjemis has become the latest player attracting interest from both sides. However, Frosinone have rejected Rangers’ £8 million proposal, with reports indicating the Serie B outfit values the winger at more than £10 million.

Whether either Scottish club is willing to increase its offer remains uncertain, but the growing interest from both Rangers and Celtic is likely to strengthen Frosinone’s negotiating position and potentially drive up the player’s market value.

Celtic could still hold an edge in the pursuit thanks to their recent domestic success. After winning the Scottish Premiership last season, they secured qualification for the UEFA Champions League, a factor that could prove attractive to players weighing up their next move.

If both Glasgow clubs eventually match Frosinone’s valuation, the opportunity to compete in Europe’s premier club competition may influence Ghedjemis’ final decision and work in Celtic’s favour.

Even so, Rangers’ willingness to challenge their city rivals for one of the summer’s most sought-after targets suggests confidence that they have a realistic chance of convincing the winger to choose Ibrox.