Rangers Hijack Celtic’s Top Summer Target – Deal 90% Done!
Rangers Hijack Celtic’s Top Summer Target – Deal 90% Done!
In what could be one of the most dramatic twists of the Scottish summer transfer window, Rangers appear to have sensationally hijacked Celtic’s pursuit of their top target a player who was widely tipped to become the crown jewel of Brendan Rodgers’ summer rebuild. Sources close to both camps now suggest that the Ibrox club is 90% done with the deal, with personal terms reportedly agreed and only a few final formalities left to iron out.
The player at the heart of this tug of war between Glasgow’s fiercest rivals has not been officially named, but speculation is rife that it is none other than Mathias Kvistgaarden, the highly rated Brøndby forward who has been closely monitored by Celtic for months. Reports had claimed that the Hoops were in advanced talks with the Danish club, with a deal thought to be imminent but Rangers have seemingly swooped in at the eleventh hour with a counteroffer too tempting to resist.
According to insiders, Rangers’ sporting director Kevin Thelwell has been working tirelessly behind the scenes to bolster manager Russell Martin’s squad with high quality additions that can wrestle back the Scottish Premiership title from Celtic next season. The club’s aggressive move for Kvistgaarden or whoever the mystery player turns out to be signals a bold intent from the blue side of Glasgow: they’re not only looking to compete but dominate.
A Masterstroke or a Gamble?
If the deal is completed, it would be a massive statement from Rangers, not just in terms of strengthening their squad, but also psychologically unsettling their Old Firm rivals. For Celtic fans, losing a top target to their arch enemies would be nothing short of infuriating especially considering how heavily they’ve scouted and invested time in negotiations for the player.
For Rangers, the transfer could be a masterstroke the kind that defines seasons. The move is reminiscent of past rivalries where key targets or players have switched allegiances or been snatched at the last minute. The mental edge such a hijack provides cannot be underestimated, especially ahead of what promises to be a fierce 2025/26 campaign.
One source familiar with the negotiations revealed, “Rangers moved swiftly and decisively. They knew the player was close to agreeing terms with Celtic, but they offered a better package, a clearer sporting project, and guaranteed first team involvement. The player was convinced almost immediately.”
Fans React
As expected, the development has sent shockwaves through Scottish football social media circles. Rangers fans have taken to Twitter and forums in celebration, hailing the club’s ambition and ruthlessness in the market. Many see this as a sign that the board is backing Clement fully and that the club is willing to outmaneuver their rivals off the pitch as well.
Celtic fans, on the other hand, are furious. With many questioning how the deal was allowed to slip through their fingers, calls for answers are already circulating. There are fears that missing out on their top target could leave the squad lacking in firepower going into European qualifiers and domestic competitions.
What’s Next?
While the deal is said to be 90% done, it is not yet fully completed meaning Celtic still technically have a slim window to respond, though it’s unclear whether they will try to match or exceed Rangers’ offer.
If finalized, the move could redefine the summer transfer window in Scotland. Rangers would not only have landed a top-class addition but also dealt a direct blow to their biggest rivals’ transfer plans. All eyes will now be on official confirmation and potentially a very awkward first Old Firm clash of the season.
One thing is certain: the transfer battle lines have been drawn, and Rangers have just fired the first shot.
