Rangers have completed the signing of South Korean winger Minsu Kim from Spanish outfit Girona for a reported fee of £8.5 million. The 20‑year‑old has agreed to an initial four‑year deal, with the club retaining the option to extend the contract by an additional twelve months should both parties wish to continue the partnership.
Kim becomes the twelfth player to join the Ibrox side during the current summer transfer window. His arrival is closely followed by the anticipated signing of striker Kevin Kelsy, for whom Rangers have already agreed a £9.2 million transfer with his former club, the Portland Timbers. The two deals are expected to be finalized before the September 3 deadline, further bolstering the squad’s attacking options. Although Kim was not named in Rangers’ Conference League roster for the second‑leg play‑off against Jablonec, the club’s management hinted that he could make his debut in the upcoming Scottish Premiership fixture against Aberdeen, which will be televised live on Sky Sports on Sunday.
This would give the new signing a chance to acclimatise to the pace and physicality of Scottish football before potentially featuring in European competition. The winger’s journey to Glasgow began in 2022 when he transferred from his native South Korea to join Girona’s academy. After impressing with the club’s B‑team, Kim earned his first‑team La Liga debut in October 2024 and even featured in a Champions League match the following month, demonstrating his capacity to perform at the highest level. During the 2023‑24 season, he spent time on loan at Segunda División side Andorra, where he recorded six goals and four assists, a return that highlighted his attacking instincts and versatility on the wing.
Speaking after the announcement, Kim expressed his enthusiasm for the move: "I’m thrilled to sign for Rangers. It’s a historic club with passionate supporters, and I want to contribute every day to help the team improve, be a good teammate, and do everything I can to win trophies. I feel a lot of excitement and 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 new addition, stating, "We are delighted to have Minsu at Rangers.
Strengthening our attacking options has been a priority throughout this window, and we believe he will add an exciting dimension to our squad. Minsu is a talented young player with excellent technical ability, energy, and a real desire to develop.
We look forward to working with him and seeing how he can influence our play." In related news, McInnes confirmed that midfielder Nicolas Raskin did not travel to the Czech Republic for the Conference League second‑leg, citing growing interest from other clubs as the reason. Sky Sports reported that a number of teams from across Europe, including Atalanta and Real Betis, have shown interest in the 25‑year‑old Belgian international. The speculation extends to clubs in Spain, Italy, France, and England, all eager to secure his services before his contract expires in two years. Rangers currently hold a 1‑0 advantage heading into the second leg against Jablonec, and the manager addressed Raskin’s absence: "Nico hasn’t travelled.
It isn’t due to injury, just the potential of a transfer. We’re very 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 in the last few days, so something may or may not happen. If he stays beyond the window, we’ll be happy to keep him, but if not, we wish him well." When asked whether Rangers might pursue another midfielder should Raskin depart—especially after already adding three players in that area this summer—McInnes responded, "In certain parts of the pitch we’re stronger than others, and things evolve.
Nico has served the club well, and there’s an opportunity for a transfer fee. I don’t want to comment further until something concrete happens. It’s still an ‘if’ rather than a certainty." The signing of Kim is part of a broader strategy by Rangers to refresh their attacking line‑up and inject youthful energy into the squad. His experience in both Spanish top‑flight football and European competition, combined with his proven goal‑scoring record at Andorra, suggests he could adapt quickly to the physical demands of the Scottish Premiership.
Fans will be watching closely to see how quickly he can integrate with teammates such as James Tavernier, Ryan Kent, and the newly‑arrived Kevin Kelsy. Beyond the pitch, Kim’s arrival also reflects the growing trend of Scottish clubs looking beyond the UK for emerging talent in Asia and continental Europe. His reputation as a technically gifted winger with a high work rate aligns with Derek McInnes’s vision of a dynamic, high‑pressing style of play that the manager hopes will propel Rangers back into regular European contention. Rangers supporters can look forward to seeing Kim potentially make his first appearance at Pittodrie on Sunday, where he will have the opportunity to showcase his pace, dribbling, and crossing ability against a strong Aberdeen side.
If he performs well, it could accelerate his integration into the squad and set the tone for a promising season ahead. The club also reminded fans that the Scottish Premiership remains available for live streaming on NOW and Sky Sports, encouraging supporters to tune in for the upcoming matches and keep track of the new signings as they settle in. In summary, Minsu Kim’s £8.5 million transfer marks a significant investment by Rangers in youthful talent with international experience.
While his debut may come in the domestic league rather than the European play‑off, the club’s leadership is confident that his technical skills, energy, and winning mentality will enhance the team’s attacking options and contribute to future success on both domestic and continental stages.