Rangers closing in on deal to sign Philadelphia Union defender Olwethu Makhanya
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Rangers are nearing an agreement to sign Philadelphia Union centre-back Olwethu Makhanya, according to The Athletic.
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Attributed to original sourceThe Union will receive a fee north of $4.5m (£3.38m) from the Scottish side and retain a significant sell-on clause.
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What happened
Scottish giants Rangers are closing in on a transfer for Philadelphia Union defender Olwethu Makhanya. The 24-year-old South African centre-back has established himself in MLS and would provide Rangers with defensive reinforcement. The deal is described as advancing, though final terms and a medical are still expected. Makhanya would join Rangers ahead of their domestic and European campaign.
Chance analysis
This is a defensive reinforcement for Rangers as they look to strengthen their back line for the Scottish Premiership and European competition. Makhanya has been a regular for Philadelphia Union in MLS, and while not a marquee name, he represents a solid profile addition. The transfer signals Rangers' intent to address defensive depth ahead of a demanding season. For Philadelphia Union, losing a starting centre-back mid-season is a setback they will need to manage.
Rangers gain defensive reinforcement; Philadelphia Union lose a regular starter from their back line.
Rangers are set to add a starting-quality MLS centre-back, modestly improving their defensive depth for upcoming league and European fixtures.