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Rangers seek striker, facing defensive challenges after injuries

3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 3:07 PM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Rangers seek striker, facing defensive challenges after injuries
Summary

Rangers are actively pursuing a new striker after Youssef Chermiti was ruled out long term due to an ACL injury sustained in last weekend's match against Hibernian. Manager Derek McInnes expressed concerns over defensive injuries, indicating that the squad is 'playing with fire'. In addition to Chermiti, left-back Tuur Rommens will be sidelined for up to eight weeks with a groin issue. As Rangers prepare to overturn a 2-1 first-leg deficit against Jagiellonia Bialystok in the Europa League on Thursday, McInnes noted the urgency of strengthening both the attacking and defensive lines. The club is also considering signing a left-back and wingers to bolster the squad ahead of the upcoming matches.

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Status Watch
  • •Youssef Chermiti out long term with an ACL injury.
  • •Tuur Rommens sidelined for up to eight weeks.
  • •Rangers aim to strengthen squad amid increasing injury concerns.
  • •McInnes highlights urgent recruitment needs ahead of crucial matches.
  • •Team faces Jagiellonia Bialystok in Europa League third-round qualifier.
Latest Updates
  • 3:07 PMYahoo Sports — Rangers seek striker & are 'playing with fire' in defence
  • 3:03 PMBBC Sport — Rangers seek striker & are 'playing with fire' in defence
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Rangers are being "proactive" in seeking a new striker after Youssef Chermiti was ruled out long term, says manager Derek McInnes, who warns defensive injuries leave the club "playing with fire".

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Rangers are being "proactive" in seeking a new striker after Youssef Chermiti was ruled out long term, says manager Derek McInnes, who warns defensive injuries leave the club "playing with fire".

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