Rangers are the frontrunners to sign Sturm Graz and Cameroon midfielder Ryan Fosso as the Scottish giants look to bolster their engine room for the upcoming campaign. Sources in Switzerland claim the Ibrox club are furthest down the line in pursuit of the 23-year-old, though no deal has been finalised.
The Fosso File
Fosso has caught the eye with his dynamic displays in the Austrian Bundesliga, earning him senior international recognition with Cameroon. Primarily a box-to-box midfielder, he combines defensive tenacity with an eye for a forward pass—attributes that would suit Rangers' high-tempo style under the current management.
While the transfer fee remains undisclosed, Fosso’s age and potential resale value make him an attractive proposition for a club that has consistently shown a willingness to develop and move on talent. Sturm Graz are reportedly open to negotiations, and Rangers are believed to have stolen a march on rival suitors, including clubs from Germany and Italy.
Midfield Reshuffle at Ibrox
The pursuit of Fosso is part of a wider midfield overhaul at Ibrox. Nicolas Raskin, the Belgian international, is expected to depart this summer with the club ready to cash in. Rangers have already identified a potential replacement in Partizan Belgrade captain Vanja Dragojevic. The 20-year-old Serbian prodigy is highly rated and has been monitored extensively, though any move would likely hinge on Raskin’s exit first.
Raskin, 25, has been a key figure when fit, but his injury record and the opportunity to generate a significant transfer fee have pushed the club towards a refresh. Sources indicate that Ryan Fosso is viewed as a direct upgrade in energy and consistency, while Dragojevic offers long-term upside.
Scottish Gossip Roundup
Away from Ibrox, Hearts are making progress on tying down midfielder Cammy Devlin. The 28-year-old Australian has held positive talks with new boss Wouter Vrancken over a contract extension, though a final decision is yet to be made.
Across Glasgow, Celtic have yet to officially announce the signing of Qarabag winger Camilo Duran, despite the player being pictured training with the squad in Portugal. The embassy of Azerbaijan in London even congratulated the clubs on the record transfer, but the Scottish champions remain tight-lipped.
In other moves, central defender Henry Fieldson has agreed a switch to St Mirren from Queen’s Park, while Motherwell received £800,000 from Queens Park Rangers for goalkeeper Calum Ward.
Key Takeaways
- Rangers are in pole position to sign Sturm Graz midfielder Ryan Fosso, with negotiations reportedly advanced.
- The Ibrox club is also monitoring Partizan Belgrade’s Vanja Dragojevic as Nicolas Raskin nears an exit.
- Fosso’s arrival would signal a midfield refresh focused on youth, energy, and sell-on value.
- Elsewhere in Scotland, Hearts are hopeful of extending Cammy Devlin’s deal, and Celtic’s Camilo Duran saga rumbles on.
Quick Facts
Player: Ryan Fosso
Age: 23
Position: Central midfield
Current club: Sturm Graz
National team: Cameroon
Linked club: Rangers
Source: Sky Sports Switzerland (via BBC Sport)