Daisuke Yokota has finalized his move to Rangers from Hannover 96, with the winger joining the Scottish club on a three-year deal with an option for an additional year. The transfer fee is reported to be £2.75m, plus add-ons. Yokota, 26, has been added to Rangers' Europa League squad ahead of their third-round qualifier against Jagiellonia Białystok. He expressed his excitement about joining the club, stating, 'I'm thrilled to be a part of Rangers, a club with a rich history, dedicated fans, and high aspirations.
My goal is to contribute to the team's success and create special memories.' Yokota's career has taken him from Tokyo to Germany, Latvia, Poland, and now Scotland. He has previously played for FSV Frankfurt, FC Carl Zeiss Jena, Valmiera, Górnik Zabrze, and Gent, before joining Hannover 96.
Manager Derek McInnes welcomed Yokota, highlighting his valuable experience across various European leagues and his ability to make an impact in the final third. Yokota becomes Rangers' ninth summer signing, following a series of new arrivals at the club.