John Souttar will be fuming as Rangers close in on Casper Widell transfer
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Credit: Imago Sun 31 May 2026 8:30, UK John Souttar had struggled to get into Rangers’ starting XI towards the backend of the 2025-26 campaign.The defender found himself on the bench multiple times as the Gers struggled over the finish line.However, with Nasser Djiga returning to Wolves this summer after his loan spell, the defender would have hoped to return to the lineup.Now, these hopes could be dashed, with Expressen on 30 May reporting that Rangers are chasing Casper Widell ahead of the transfer window.As a result, Souttar could well find himself out of the starting XI for the foreseeable future. 🔄 Rangers Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on latest signings, departures, and contract news from the Ibrox boardroom. VISIT THE RANGERS TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Casper Widell chased by Rangers ahead of summer transfer windowThe report states that Widell can leave Excelsior Rotterdam this summer.The centre-back made 34 appearances for his club last season, and scored once as they finished 13th in the Eredivisie.Casper Widell’s Eredivisie stats this seasonPer 90 minutesTackles 0.97Interceptions0.94Recoveries2.92Successful dribbles100%Accurate long balls4.33Widell has some solid stats.
Credit: FotmobNow, the 23-year-old is being tracked by Rangers as they look to end their defensive issues.However, Souttar will no doubt be fuming at this news. Since he signed a new contract in February, he has found consistent game time hard to come by.Now, he may be regretting his decision as he could soon be pushed down the pecking order once more by summer additions.Nevertheless, it remains to be seen if he can convince Rohl in preseason that he should be returned to the lineup on a regular basis ahead of the 2026-27 campaign.Who else are Rangers linked with?Football Insider has exclusively revealed that Rangers must outbid Portsmouth if they want to sign Luke Graham this summer.The Dundee centre-back has been heavily linked to the Gers for months after a highly impressive campaign for the Dark Blues.However, Pompey have also been chasing the youngster, and saw a bid knocked back by Dundee in the winter window.Dundee are reluctant to lose their star man this summer, and while there is a belief the right offer could be accepted, Rangers will face stiff competition.Rohl is keen to land Graham.
However, they will face stiff competition for his signature.As a result, it remains to be seen if they will be able to bring in the Dundee star, and if this will affect their current pursuit of Widell. Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Rangers Insider Access Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of Govan.