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Rangers prepare for crucial Jablonec match as transfers loom

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 5:26 PM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Rangers prepare for crucial Jablonec match as transfers loom

Summary

Rangers manager Derek McInnes spoke to the media ahead of the club's Conference League play-off second leg against Jablonec on Thursday, where they hold a 1-0 advantage. Defender Ben Godfrey has returned from injury and is included in the squad, while midfielder Nico Raskin did not travel due to transfer speculation. McInnes indicated that interest in Raskin has increased and mentioned potential transfer developments. The club is reportedly close to signing winger Kim Min-su from Girona but has not finalized the deal. McInnes emphasized the importance of advancing in the tie for both financial reasons and club prestige.

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Status Watch

•Rangers lead 1-0 heading into the second leg against Jablonec.
•Ben Godfrey returns to the squad after injury.
•Nico Raskin stayed behind due to potential transfer talks.
•Rangers are close to signing winger Kim Min-su.
•McInnes values additional time for training before the match.

Latest Updates

5:26 PMYahoo Sports — Godfrey in squad as McInnes discusses transfers & importance of Jablonec tie

What they're saying

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Rangers manager Derek McInnes has addressed the media before Thursday's Conference League play-off second leg at Jablonec, with the Ibrox side holding a 1-0 lead. Team news: defender Ben Godfrey has been added to the squad after injury but Belgium midfielder Nico Raskin has not travelled because of a potential transfer away from the club. Interest in Raskin has "stepped up" in the past couple of days and McInnes says "something may or may not happen" but he is prepared to be with or without the player beyond the current transfer window.
— Yahoo Sports

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