Rangers Receive £16m Transfer Boost and Announce Season Ticket Price Increase
A significant £16m cash injection is set to bolster Rangers' transfer activities and other club initiatives, courtesy of a new share issue. This development coincides with a 6.5% rise in adult season ticket prices for the upcoming season. Chairman Andrew Cavenagh emphasized the club's commitment to 'sustained winning and winning sustainably,' underscoring the importance of investing in the men's first team to achieve success on the pitch. The new share issue aims to raise £16m, which will be utilized to support player acquisitions and address other club needs, bringing the total capital invested in the club over the last year to £36m. Rangers are keen on retaining Tottenham loanee Mikey Moore, who has impressed with six goals and two assists in the league. However, the club does not anticipate a similar level of transfer activity as the previous year, which saw over 25 players move in and out. The executive team has been restructured, with Jim Gillespie joining as CEO and Fraser Thornton becoming an executive director. The club has opted not to replace former sporting director Kevin Thelwell. Former Liverpool player Stig Inge Bjornebye, who joined as a football consultant in December, is expected to stay beyond the summer. Cavenagh highlighted the need for a 'culture of winning' and expressed his desire for supporters to identify with the club. He also addressed the recent fan clash, denouncing the disorder and welcoming an independent review. Discussions are underway to ensure the presence of away fans at the final league meeting. Furthermore, Rangers have proposed a meeting with all Scottish Premiership clubs to discuss refereeing standards, potentially considering increased funding for full-time referees or additional cameras at non-live games.