Rangers have secured the services of South Korean winger Minsu Kim, completing an £8.5 million transfer from Spanish outfit Girona. The 20‑year‑old has agreed to a four‑year deal with the Glasgow club, with an additional 12‑month option built into his contract, signalling a long‑term commitment from both parties.
Kim becomes the twelfth addition to Rangers' squad this summer. The club is also poised to bring in striker Kevin Kelsy, after reaching a £9.2 million agreement with his former side, the Portland Timbers, ahead of the September 3 transfer deadline. The influx of new talent underscores the Ibrox side's ambition to reinforce key areas as they chase domestic and European success. Because Kim was not registered in Rangers' Conference League roster for the upcoming second‑leg play‑off against Jablonec, his first appearance for the club is likely to come in the Scottish Premiership match against Aberdeen on Sunday, which will be broadcast live on Sky Sports.
This timing gives the youngster a chance to settle in the squad and adapt to the physical demands of Scottish football before stepping onto the European stage. The winger's journey to Glasgow began in 2022 when he joined Girona's academy. After impressing with the club's B team, he earned his La Liga debut in October 2024 and even featured in a Champions League fixture the following month, showcasing his ability to perform at the highest level.
A loan spell at Segunda División side Andorra proved productive; Kim found the net six times and supplied four assists, demonstrating both goal‑scoring instinct and creative flair. Speaking after the signing, Kim expressed genuine enthusiasm for his new chapter: "I’m thrilled to sign for Rangers.
It’s a massive club with incredible supporters. I want to help the team improve every day, be a good teammate, and do everything I can to win every competition we enter.
I feel a lot of excitement and I believe I have a winner’s mentality. I’m ready to face any challenge head‑on and give the club what it deserves." Manager Derek McInnes welcomed the acquisition, noting that bolstering the attacking options has been a priority throughout the window.
"We are delighted to bring Minsu to Rangers. Strengthening our forward line has been a clear target, and we think he will add an exciting dimension to the squad. Minsu is a talented youngster with excellent technical ability, energy and a real desire to develop, and we look forward to working with him," McInnes said. In parallel news, McInnes confirmed that midfielder Nicolas Raskin did not travel to the Czech Republic for the Conference League second leg, citing growing transfer interest rather than injury.
Sky Sports reported that clubs across Europe and England have been monitoring the 25‑year‑old Belgian international, with Atalanta and Real Betis among the early suitors. Interest is said to be coming from teams in Spain, Italy, France and England, and Raskin still has two years remaining on his Ibrox contract.
Rangers currently hold a 1‑0 advantage heading into the second leg against Jablonec, a result that puts them in a strong position to secure a place in the Conference League. McInnes explained the situation with Raskin: "Nico hasn't travelled. It’s not an injury issue, just the potential of a transfer.
We’re late in the window, and the club may be exploring options. He trained this morning but stayed in Glasgow.
When I took the job, it was clear there would be an opportunity for Nico. Interest has increased over the last few days, so something may or may not happen. If he stays beyond the window, great – we’ll keep working with him. If not, we wish him well." When asked whether Rangers might seek another midfielder if Raskin departs—having already added three players in that sector this summer—McInnes replied that the squad’s balance varies across positions and that any further moves would depend on circumstances.
"Nico has served the club well. There’s an opportunity for a transfer fee, but it’s still an if rather than a certainty. We’ll comment more if something materialises," he added.
Kim’s arrival adds a fresh dynamic to a Rangers side that is eager to blend youthful vigor with experienced leadership. His pace, dribbling skills and eye for goal should complement the existing attacking unit, offering manager McInnes additional tactical flexibility.
The club’s supporters, known for their passionate backing, will be eager to see how the South Korean international adapts to the physicality of the Scottish Premiership and whether he can replicate the impact he made in Spain. Beyond the pitch, Kim’s move reflects the growing globalization of football talent, with clubs in the United Kingdom increasingly scouting and signing promising players from Asia.
His success could inspire more young Asian athletes to aim for European leagues, further diversifying the talent pool. Rangers’ summer recruitment drive, highlighted by the Kim and Kelsy signings, signals a clear intent to compete on multiple fronts.
As the season unfolds, fans will watch closely to see how the new arrivals integrate, how the transfer saga surrounding Raskin resolves, and whether the club can convert its early European advantage into a deeper run in the Conference League. For those following the Scottish Premiership, the upcoming matches, including the Aberdeen clash and the Jablonec play‑off, promise plenty of drama and an opportunity to see Minsu Kim’s debut on a big stage.