Kevin Kelsy awaits visa, medical for Rangers transfer from Timbers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 8:17 AM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
Venezuelan striker Kevin Kelsy is currently awaiting a UK visa, medical, and work permit to complete his transfer from Portland Timbers to Rangers. The 22-year-old, described as a strong and powerful forward, is set to join Rangers with a £9 million price tag. Portland Timbers coach Liam Ridgewell expressed confidence that Kelsy will handle the pressure of the transfer. Meanwhile, Rangers are also in negotiations for additional players, including a reported £5.1 million bid for Haiti striker Lenny Joseph from Ferencvaros.
- •Kevin Kelsy is 22 years old and plays as a striker.
- •He is transferring from Portland Timbers to Rangers for £9 million.
- •Kelsy is awaiting visa and medical clearance to finalize the move.
- •Rangers are exploring additional player acquisitions, including Lenny Joseph.
- •Previous bids for Djeidi Gassama rejected by Rangers.
- 8:17 AMYahoo Sports — 'Kelsy awaiting visa, medical and work permit' - gossip
"Venezuela striker Kevin Kelsy is awaiting a UK visa, medical and work permit before the 22-year-old completes his transfer from Portland Timbers to Rangers. Kevin Kelsy will not be phased by the £9m price tag when the "strong, powerful striker" completes his move to Rangers, according to Portland Timbers coach Liam Ridgewell.
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