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Tottenham Hotspur are now ready to make a move for Southampton's James Ward-Prowse, with Ange Postecoglou viewing the midfielder as an ideal addition to his squad, according to a recent report from The Daily Star.

Who are Tottenham signing this summer?

Tottenham are set to have a very busy August, with Football Insider reporting they expect to complete at least six more signings before the transfer window slams shut, amid the uncertain futures surrounding both Pierre-Emille Hojbjerg and Harry Kane.

If the duo leave before deadline day, Postecoglou is expected to bring in immediate replacements, and the Spurs boss is still looking at strengthening other areas of his squad, with another new centre-back in line to join, alongside Micky van de Ven and Ashley Phillips.

The Lilywhites are in the advanced stages of talks to sign Rosario Central forward Alejo Veliz, while they are also set to target a new midfielder, as they will not sanction Hobjerg's departure until a replacement is brought in.

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According to a report from The Daily Star, one of the midfield targets that Tottenham have in mind is Ward-Prowse, and they are now ready to make their move for the Southampton midfielder, who is valued at around the £40m mark by his current employers.

West Ham United have already made an offer in excess of £25m for the Englishman, but Spurs could be poised to hijack the deal, as they would be willing to table a bid far closer to the Saints' asking price if the deal is wrapped up quickly.

With Tanguy Ndombele on the cusp of a move to Galatasaray and Giovani Lo Celso's future also in doubt, Postecoglou is keen to strengthen his midfield, and he believes the Southampton captain would be an ideal addition to his squad.

Having spent his entire career on the south coast, the 28-year-old will not push for a move, but the Saints are pragmatic about sanctioning his departure, following their relegation from the Premier League last season.

How many free-kick goals has James Ward-Prowse scored?

The England international has developed a reputation for being a set-piece specialist, having scored 17 free-kick goals in the Premier League throughout his career so far, just one short of David Beckham's record of 18.

Not only is the Southampton star impressive from set-pieces, but he also poses a considerable attacking threat, scoring nine goals in the top-flight last term, following up a 2021-22 campaign in which he scored ten league goals for the first time ever.

The Portsmouth-born midfielder is clearly a very well-rounded player, ranking in the 84th percentile for interceptions per 90 over the past year, when compared to his positional peers, indicating he could take on some of Hobjerg's responsibilities, with the Dane placing in the same percentile.

Lauded as "sensational" by members of the media, Ward-Prowse has proven that he is more than capable of making the step-up to a "big six" club, and Tottenham should undoubtedly look to hijack West Ham's deal in the coming days.

Manchester United will be looking at making further progress this season under Erik ten Hag, especially with Champions League football gracing the Old Trafford pitch once again.

Summer signings include Andre Onana, Mason Mount and Rasmus Hojlund, as the Dutchman has strengthened in key areas.

The one thing missing is another defender, yet it appears as though the Red Devils have launched a move for Barcelona centre-back Andreas Christensen in a bid to bolster their backline.

Could Manchester United sign Andreas Christensen?

According to reports in Spain (via Football 365), United have made an offer for Christensen in order to lure him back to the Premier League this summer.

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Ten Hag is said to have made a bid of €50m (£43m), albeit with that bid including certain add-ons and 'variables'. The La Liga side are open to selling the Danish defender for €50m, however they want the entire sum to be fixed and this could potentially derail any move.

It’s clear that United need at least another centre-back this summer, especially with Harry Maguire set to depart the club before the transfer window shuts.

Will Harry Maguire leave Manchester United?

The Englishman endured a difficult campaign during 2022/23, making just eight Premier League starts under Ten Hag. He ranked in a lowly 18th position across the whole squad for tackles per game (0.5), while also ranking eighth for interceptions per game (0.8), suggesting that even when he did play, his influence clearly waned.

He even endured a rant from Onana during pre-season having made a poor pass which presented Borussia Dortmund with a chance to score. Everton are showing interest in the 30-year-old, while Tottenham Hotspur also appear to be keen on signing him and a potential move for Christensen is certainly bad news for Maguire.

The Dane has plenty of Premier League experience, making nearly 100 appearances in the competition during his stint at Chelsea and having won the Champions League while at the Blues, Ten Hag will be signing a player who seemingly has a winning mentality.

His 94% pass success rate was the highest out of any player across the Barcelona squad and this could give him an advantage if he joined United, with Ten Hag looking for his defenders to be able to play out effectively from the back.

Indeed, the 27-year-old ranks in the top 1% when compared to positional peers for pass success percentage (93.7%) and also ranks in the top 10% for progressive passes per 90 (4.95) and top 17% for progressive carries per 90 (0.99).

In comparison, Maguire relies on a more physical approach, failing to rank in the top 40% compared to positional peers for pass completion percentage (85.2%) and slipping outside the top 50% for progressive passes per 90 (3.09), a major drop-off from the figures Christensen registered.

It’s evident that the Barcelona star fits into Ten Hag’s ideologies a lot more than the former Leicester City defender, and he has even been dubbed “underrated” by his former Chelsea teammate Cesc Fabregas.

£43m might sound a lot on the surface, yet with the qualities he would bring to Ten Hag’s side, it is a no-brainer if United wish to secure more silverware this term.

West Ham United have been dealt a blow in their pursuit of Harry Maguire and thus, need to think about making alternative plans.

Who could West Ham sign instead of Harry Maguire?

According to the Guardian, Bayer Leverkusen titan Odilon Kossounou has emerged as an option for the Hammers due to a delay in Harry Maguire’s proposed move to east London.

West Ham have become increasingly concerned about the delay in the Englishman’s transfer and the club has begun drawing up different targets.

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David Moyes has pushed for Maguire all summer and the Hammers agreed a £30m deal for the 30-year-old last week.

However, the move is to have ‘collapsed’ as West Ham have grown ‘tired’ of waiting for the defender to agree to his Old Trafford exit.

Maguire had settled personal terms but was unable to finalise his pay-off from United, which is thought to be around £7m, as he received a considerable salary increase due to the club’s qualification for the Champions League.

Moreover, there also is a ‘feeling’ within the Irons’ recruitment department that the club would benefit from a quicker centre-back, which has prompted an approach for Kossounou.

What is Odilon Kossounou's play style?

The 22-year-old has been at Bayer Leverkusen since 2021 and has 69 appearances in all competitions.

In the most recent campaign, Kossounou played 35 games, including 17 starts in the Bundesliga.

Throughout this time, the £27k-per-week gem’s most impressive attribute was his ball-playing ability and composure, as he ranks within the best 7% in Europe’s top five leagues among his positional peers for progressive carries per 90, as well as the top 16% for progressive passes and successful take-ons per 90.

Alongside this vision and technical supremacy, £29m-rated Kossounou also won 64% of his aerial duels in the Bundesliga last term, and due to his age and potential, has emerged as one of the club’s most attractive assets.

Furthermore, the centre-back has also deputised at right back 16 times for the Germans, as his adaptability is another one of the most eye-catching elements of his game.

This was noted by his former coach Gerardo Seoane, who said: “Odilon naturally interprets the right-back position differently than Jeremie [Frimpong] due to his own qualities. The switch from a CB position to that of a roving fullback is actually a fairly large one, but he can adapt quickly.

"Thanks to him we can play a three, four, or five-man back-line. It's hard to get past him, but he's also fast and very valuable on set pieces."

From this evidence, Kossounou is a technically astute, pacey, dynamic, and versatile defender – traits that cannot be associated with Maguire.

Since his record-breaking Premier League move to Man United back in 2019, the former Leicester City man has struggled with the spotlight and the weight of the captaincy, which has led to a severe decline in his form.

Last season, Maguire started just eight Premier League games, with Raphael Varane and Lisandro Martinez considered to be the cemented first-choice partnership by Erik ten Hag.

This term, in the opening game week victory over Wolves, Martinez was hooked at half-time after being carded, with ten Hag opting for Lindelof as a replacement.

It was a damning indictment for Maguire, who has been stripped as captain and now ranks as the club’s fourth-choice centre-back.

Although he has stalled his move to West Ham, the feeling of the hierarchy that alluded to his lack of pace could indicate that they could make a more intelligent signing.

This has opened the door for Kossounou, whose signing would signal the perfect alternative for the Hammers.

Tottenham Hotspur's plans to replace Harry Kane have taken another twist as a report shares news on Brighton striker Evan Ferguson.

Who will Spurs replace Kane with?

Spurs' links to top forwards have varied from the exciting to bizarre, coming after they sold their star talisman Kane to Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich.

The likes of Romelu Lukaku, who is struggling to leave Chelsea this summer, have been linked alongside more in-form names like scintillating young Gent star Gift Orban.

Whoever comes in to succeed Kane will have some absolutely huge shoes to fill, especially since he smashed both Tottenham and England's all-time goalscoring records last season.

The 30-year-old will prove a major asset for Bayern boss Thomas Tuchel but Spurs head coach Ange Postecoglou must somehow contend without a guaranteed 20-plus-goal-per-season forward.

Luckily, the Australian has had some time to ponder life without Kane, as Postecoglou recently admitted the England star's mind was made up long ago.

"I had a conversation with Harry the first day he arrived and he was up front and honest, and I was the same,” Postecoglou said.

“You get an indication there that he kind of made up his mind: that if the clubs agreed he would go, particularly if it was before the first game. That was my preference as well.

“There's nothing along the way that's sort of made me feel there's anything other than this outcome."

Amid the consistent rumours surrounding Kane's replacement, it appears a fairly new link has come to light courtesy of a report this week.

Brighton's Ferguson, who has been lavished with praise for his sky-high potential over the last 12 months, is up and running already after bagging his first goal of the new campaign last weekend.

The Republic of Ireland international opened his 2022/2023 account with a stoppage time strike in Brighton's 4-1 win over league newcomers Luton Town.

Ferguson stands out as one of the division's most exciting young centre-forwards, a fact not lost on Tottenham who have apparently touched base with Brighton and the player's reps over a possible move.

That is according to 90min, who claim Spurs have made contact with the Seagulls and those close to Ferguson, but the response isn't exactly what they hoped for.

Indeed, it is believed Roberto De Zerbi's side are reluctant to part ways with the 18-year-old, who looks likelier to stay for the foreseeable future.

What's been said about Evan Ferguson?

The teenage star is currently growing his reputation excellently, with Premier League record goalscorer Alan Shearer recently lauding his performance against Luton.

“I love everything about him, what I’ve seen," said Shearer on Match of The Day (via The Argus)

“The hold-up play, his desire to get into the box, his strength. Very impressive.”

The sentiment was echoed by fellow pundit Micah Richards, who tipped Ferguson to become a "real star".

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“They have got some young talent," said Richards.

"Ferguson, Joao Pedro and Adingra were outstanding. All on the scoresheet, 21 and under. But Ferguson is going to be a real star.

“There is something in his play. He is so mature, the way he links up, the way he takes his chances. Everything about him, I love. He’s natural."

Former teammate and Liverpool star Alexis MacAllister also called the forward "amazing".

Celtic have endured a mixed start to their season, having got off to the perfect start by defeating Ross County and Aberdeen, before suffering a shock exit in the Scottish League Cup, losing to Kilmarnock.

The Scottish Premiership champions then most recently drew 0-0 against St Johnstone in another frustrating outing for Brendan Rodgers' side.

With the first Glasgow derby of the season coming up against Rangers next, too, Celtic will hope to use the remaining days of the summer transfer window to fix any glaring issues. And that could lead them to targets in the Premier League. The Hoops have reportedly continued their interest in a winger in England's top flight.

What's the latest Celtic transfer news?

So far this summer, Rodgers has welcomed a total of seven reinforcements, with the likes of Maik Nawrocki and Gustaf Lagerbielke coming in to bolster Celtic's defensive options.

As highlighted in their recent 0-0 draw against St Johnstone, however, it is in attack that Celtic could do with reinforcements as we approach the end of the window.

It is easy to forget that the Scottish side entered this season significantly weaker going forward due to the summer exit of Jota to Saudi Arabian side Al-Ittihad. The winger scored 15 goals, and assisted a further 12 for Celtic in all competitions last season.

It is an output that the Hoops must replace, with a move for Luis Palma reportedly agreed, and it looks as if a Premier League attacker could also join.

According to Rudy Galetti, via GiveMeSport, Celtic have continued talks with Wolverhampton Wanderers over a potential deal for Daniel Podence before the window comes to a close. And, although there is a distance between prices, with Wolves placing a £12m asking price on the winger, the Scottish champions could use the fact that his contract comes to an end in a year's time to get themselves a cut-price deal. Galetti said:

"Talks between Celtic and Wolves over Daniel Podence are still ongoing. There is distance on the price tag set at around £12m, but the Scottish club will continue to work to lower the cost, while also leveraging on the last year of his contract.”

Who is Daniel Podence?

Failing to replace Jota could result in dire consequences for Celtic this season, making the arrival of Podence potentially imperative, particularly when it comes to defending their crown in Scotland.

As per FBref, the Portugal winger, on £52,000-a-week, is in the top 77 percentile for progressive passes, making 4.87 per game and, therefore, possessing a trait that should help unlock defences such as the St Johnstone and Kilmarnock ones that Celtic failed to score past last time out.

Podence has earned plenty of previous praise during his time at Wolves, too, including from Alan Shearer, who said, via Molinuex News:

"He was a real bright spark. He had a really good understanding with Jimenez.

“(On the goal) This summed it up perfectly. Give, go. It’s clever from Podence. He has a little look where he is, and that is just such a clever finish and that’s what won them the game."

Nottingham Forest have been handed a significant injury boost that could impact them massively when the Premier League resumes following the international break.

Reds boss Steve Cooper has been focused on making sure his side kicks on following their survival last season. He has said that he is "interested in being positive," as his side looks to avoid the dreaded 'second season syndrome.'

Having picked up six points from a possible twelve, Forest sit in the top half of the table and have the right to be optimistic about what the season could bring. Positive news on the injury front gives all the more reason for fans to be hopeful after the international break

Who is set to return from injury?

On Tuesday night, Brazilian defender Felipe made his long-awaited return to action for Nottingham Forest's U21s.
He was one of two notable figures that featured on the night for Forest's youth team, with new signing Callum Hudson-Odoi also starting on the right-hand side.

The pair both played an hour for Warren Joyce's men, who slumped to a 2-1 defeat against League Two side Harrogate Town.
However, it acted as important minutes for both players who look to sharpen up their fitness as they edge closer to a return.
Felipe was out of action for the majority of pre-season with a knee injury. He has been continuing his recovery during this time and missed the first four Premier League games of the season, as well as Forest's Carabao Cup defeat to Burnley.
In August, Felipe spoke to NottinghamshireLive, revealing exactly what his injury was and how he was feeling. He told them:
"It’s really good, much better than before. The recovery is going really well. I am just in the final phases of recovery for being back playing.
"It was a variety of different things, different niggles. A fibrosis in the kneecap was diagnosed, and that was holding me back. But that is all recovered and resolved now."
With this latest update, it seems the veteran defender is in the very latter stages of his recovery. He could even make a return during Forest's next fixture at home to Burnley on September 18th.

What impact did Felipe have last season?

Felipe, who is believed to be one of the top earners raking in around £80k-per-week at Nottingham Forest, joined the east Midlands outfit from Spanish giants Atletico Madrid last January.

The Brazilian "warrior" – as once lauded by journalist Callum Castel earlier this year – featured 16 times in the Premier League for The Garibaldis and was an important part of the team whenever he featured. So much so that Sofascore gave him the joint-highest rating of all Forest players in the Premier League last season.

He averaged 2.3 interceptions per game, 2.6 tackles and 5.6 clearances as he became a formidable part of Forest's defence. No other player, let alone centre-back, could match his output for interceptions and clearances, which highlights just how much of a key figure he has been for Cooper.

Upon joining Forest, Felipe made it clear exactly what fans could expect from him.

"A lot of strength, going into challenges strongly, these are my characteristics and it is what people love in football around the world."

It is fair to say Felipe has delivered on his promises and fans will be happy to see him back in the starting line-up after the international break.

Now that the transfer window has closed and off-field theatrics have stalled, Aston Villa can focus on the season ahead under Unai Emery.

The Villans had a strong summer to build on their success from the 2022/23 campaign, in which the Spaniard arrived in the Midlands and led the side to a European finish, however, there remains plenty for the squad to build on.

With arrivals come exits, and as the days go by following the climax of deadline day, it looks almost certain that one star will bid farewell to Villa Park before the season progresses.

Philippe Coutinho’s time in claret and blue seems to be over, with Emery confirming that the Brazilian is “close to leaving” his squad for Qatari side Al-Duhail, just a year and a half after his arrival.

What is Coutinho’s salary at Aston Villa?

Signed on an initial half-season loan that was made permanent last summer, Coutinho took a significant wage drop to join the Premier League side, however remains one of the club’s biggest earners.

Picking up an alleged pay packet of £125k-per-week, the 31-year-old is Villa’s fourth-highest earner at present, earning more than the likes of Ollie Watkins and Douglas Luiz.

The former Liverpool sensation picks up a staggering £6.5m a year on his contract in the Midlands, which is an alarmingly high figure considering the lack of impact he’s had since arriving back in England.

Does Coutinho deserve to earn so much?

When revising the impact of Watkins and Luiz, who contributed to 33 goals between them in the 2022/23 Premier League campaign, Coutinho’s weekly earnings are unjustified.

There’s no denying the player that Villa thought they could unlock, a talent that was purchased by Barcelona for £146m back in 2018 due to his level of performance in England whilst on Merseyside.

It simply hasn’t happened for the attacker at Villa Park, scoring just once in the league last season, making 20 appearances and battling injury and poor form in between.

Prior to Emery’s arrival, the Brazilian was slammed by club legend Gabriel Agbonlahor for his dreary displays, with the former striker dubbing him as “non-existent” under Steven Gerrard, via talkSPORT.

It’s a shame for both player and club that things didn’t work out as hoped, considering the midfielder's impeccable track record, in which he had a hand in 78 Premier League goals in 152 league appearances for the Reds.

Lauded as having “magical powers” by former Liverpool teammate Roberto Firmino, the calibre of player signed by Gerrard was never questioned, however, the issue remains that he has not translated his form in claret and blue.

£125k-per-week is an extortionate amount of money for an individual not contributing or performing to the level expected, particularly when those excelling at his level are earning considerably less.

Setting injury troubles aside, when in action, the 31-year-old has failed to produce the moments of magic typical of his style when at Anfield.

As per Sofascore, last season the Champions League winner averaged a match rating of 6.66 per game in the Premier League, communicating just how dull his performances have been when involved in the action.

With a departure imminent, Villa will soon be freed of the £125k-per-week expense to fund the Brazilian’s talent, with a chance to look back on the deal and hope to not replicate it in the future.

In truth, Arsenal are yet to really get out of second gear so far this season, despite winning three of their four games, and drawing the other against Fulham. That form is a positive sign that the Gunners will be competing for the Premier League title once again, however – when a team has the ability to secure results without playing at their best, it's often a sign of champions.

The Gunners will be keen to avoid any distractions off the pitch whilst they find their best and most ruthless form in the coming weeks too. And that means that tying key players down to new contracts could be crucial, as reports suggest they're about to do for one particular star player.

What's the latest Arsenal news?

Throughout the summer, Arsenal built on the foundation created last season, welcoming the likes of Declan Rice and Jurrien Timber. Now that they've plugged any gaps, and created a squad ready to challenge on all fronts, it is the perfect time to ensure the future of their star players.

The last thing that the North London side will want to be is a flash in the pan. This time, Mikel Arteta will want to have a permanent seat among Europe's elite. And, with that, one midfielder looks set to put pen to paper on a new deal.

According to 90min, Arsenal are close to agreeing a new contract with club captain Martin Odegaard, with the Norwegian's current deal coming to an end in 2025, with an option for another year. Alongside Odegaard, as per 90min, Ben White, whose contract comes to an end in 2026, is also set to be handed a new deal at The Emirates.

The duo look set to follow in the footsteps of the likes of Gabriel Martinelli, Bukayo Saka, and William Saliba by putting pen to paper, representing an impressive few months for Arsenal off the pitch.

How has Martin Odegaard performed this season?

So far this season, Odegaard is well and truly at his mercurial best. Following the international break, he may well take things up a notch even more, too, in an attempt to help his side keep up with Manchester City at the top of the Premier League.

According to FBref, Odegaard has already found the back of the net twice, made 16 progressive carries and an incredible 25 progressive passes in just four league games. If Arsenal are to secure any silverware this season, then the midfielder will undoubtedly be the key man.

It's his ruthless form that has seen him earn so much praise, including from Norway teammate and Manchester City star Erling Haaland, who said, via The Mirror: "Odegaard, my good friend. He's amazing and he's been taking so many good steps at Arsenal with [Mikel] Arteta ever since he came there and now he's the captain."

With that said, the fact that they are rewarding Odegaard with a new contract shows just how improved Arsenal are when it comes to decisions off the pitch these days.

Leicester City may have strengthened well this summer as they gear up for a charge towards promotion, but their most impressive investment was improving the infrastructure of their academy.

In 2020, the Foxes unveiled their stunning £100m training complex, boasting 21 training areas, 14 full-size training pitches and a 499-seater pitch for youth team matches.

The purpose of this investment is to discover the biggest young talents and unearth the next Ben Chilwell, Harvey Barnes and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, who are the most successful graduates from the academy in recent years, with the former two earning big money moves to Chelsea and Newcastle while Dewsbury-Hall is currently a vital cog in Enzo Maresca's winning machine.

Kasey McAteer was the latest academy star to burst onto the scene this season, becoming a revelation down the right wing for the Foxes, scoring three goals in four Championship appearances.

While McAteer is now one of the most exciting young prospects in the second tier, there is another who is looking to follow in his footsteps and that is forward Amani Richards.

Who is Amani Richards?

Richards may be just 18-years-old, but he is already making a name for himself in the Midlands for his impressive attacking displays in the youth sides.

The highly-rated youngster was poached from Arsenal's youth academy in January 2022 and the Gunners could live to rue the decision to let him go.

Operating down the right flank or as a striker, Richards became one of the most tantalising young prospects in the U18s setup, chalking up an eye-watering 24 goal contributions in 36 appearances and has since translated that form into the U2's after making the step-up this season.

He even came back to haunt his old club in their U18 meeting with Arsenal in March, scoring both goals for the Foxes in a 2-1 win as scouts from Newcastle and Brentford gazed their eyes on the sensational teen, and would have been in awe of his talents.

The teenage prodigy is garnering attention from a whole host of clubs and that attention is only going to be heightened after beginning his U21 campaign with one goal and three assists in his first four appearances.

With Leicester keen to extend his contract which currently expires in 2024, he's a player they can ill afford to let go given the high ceiling he possesses.

Who could Richards replace at Leicester?

Leicester's attacking output has largely come from wide areas this season with wingers McAteer and Stephy Mavididi scoring five goals between them, shouldering the responsibility in place of the misfiring Jamie Vardy and Kelechi Iheanacho.

While Vardy opened the scoring against Southampton inside 21 seconds, that was his first Championship goal of the season and with the Englishman seeing his output decline rapidly in recent years, Maresca will need someone to replace him in the near future.

The 36-year-old only mustered up three goals in the top flight last term, which is a barometer for how quickly he's dropped from the peak of his powers, having reached double digits for goals in eight of the last nine seasons prior, winning the Golden Boot in the 2019/20 season.

With Vardy reaching the tail end of his career, someone has to deliver consistent returns in his place and as evidenced by the performances of Iheanacho this season, he isn't likely to produce the goals that Leicester need.

Instead, Maresca could turn to his academy and unearth the exciting and skilful Richards, providing his side with the baptism of fire they need in a similar vein to McAteer.

Another former Rangers player is keen to take over as manager at Ibrox, with some at the club strongly supporting the idea.

Who could be Rangers’ next manager?

There hasn’t been a shortage of names linked with the managerial vacancy in Glasgow after Michael Beale was sacked after 11 months in charge over the weekend. Steven Davis has been handed responsibility for the side on an interim basis while Rangers officials begin the process of securing a long-term replacement.

Discussions with Frank Lampard have reportedly been positive, with further talks planned, whereas ex-player Kevin Muscat is another who the club want to speak with and is interested in the job. Meanwhile, the likes of Graham Potter, Ryan Lowe and Pascal Jensen are names who have also been mooted as potential targets, and another new name has emerged in the last 24 hours.

According to The Daily Record, former Rangers midfielder and experienced manager Billy Davies is keen to make a return to the dugout with the Gers. The report claims Davies is looking to put together an ‘experienced backroom staff with strong Rangers’ connections’, with the Scot having ‘strong support from influential figures associated with the club’.

The 59-year-old ‘believes he can get his old back challenging in the Premiership and in Europe’ and is looking to pitch his ideas to the club. Davies, who played for Rangers in the 1980s, has been out of work for almost 10 years now, the majority of which has been due to personal reasons.

Billy Davies’ managerial career…

Davies has plenty of experience as a manager during his career and has recently been wanted by sides in the English Championship and League One, so his return to the dugout may be a matter of when and not if.

The Scot enjoyed his first taste of management with Motherwell back in 1998, and after three years, moved to England with Preston North End. He also took charge of Derby and Nottingham Forest, winning promotion to the Premier League with the former of the two clubs, and in total, Davies has won 183 of his 443 games as a manager.

He was even victorious in two of his 11 games against Rangers while in charge of Motherwell, but even though he is extremely experienced, a lengthy time out of the game could result in a move being viewed as a risk by some. However, others at Ibrox appear to be backing Davies as a possible successor to Beale, so it could be one to keep an eye on in the coming days.