Following a devastating ACL injury sustained during Sunday's match against Hibernian, Rangers striker Youssef Chermiti is expected to be out of commission for a considerable amount of time. The 22-year-old player collided with pitchside boards in the first half, resulting in his removal from the game in a boot and knee brace. This injury occurred shortly after Rangers rejected a substantial bid from Galatasaray for Chermiti.
In response to the injury, the club is actively seeking to bolster their forward lineup during the remaining weeks of the transfer window. Several options are being explored, although no discussions are currently underway regarding a potential move for Ryan of Sheffield United.
Chermiti, a U21 Portugal international, joined Rangers from Everton last summer in a deal worth up to £10m and made significant contributions to the team, scoring 15 goals and providing five assists across all competitions last season. His value to the club is now considered higher than the record fee received for Calvin Bassey's transfer to Ajax. Rangers manager Derek McInnes expressed his disappointment regarding Chermiti's injury, highlighting the player's potential and the impact of his absence on the team.
The club has already made nine signings this summer and is poised to add more players, including a potential loan deal for Jayden Meghoma from Brentford to address the left-back position. Additionally, Rangers are in talks with Aston Villa over the potential signing of right-back Kosta Nedeljkovic and are assessing the fitness of left-back Tuur Rommens, who is struggling with a groin injury. The club is expected to announce the arrival of winger Couhaib Driouech, who is completing his medical and paperwork ahead of a £6.5m move from PSV, and is rumored to be preparing for the departure of midfielder Mohamed Diomande to Turkish club Corum FK for around £4.5m.