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Lyall Cameron may have played his final game for Rangers as talks accelerate

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(Credit: Imago) Wed 27 May 2026 11:30, UK Lyall Cameron could well be on his way out of Ibrox permanently this summer as Rangers eye an imminent midfield addition in Dan Neil from Sunderland.Cameron was sent on loan to Aberdeen in the winter window after struggling for game time at Rangers in the first half of the season.He was previously a standout in the Premiership for Dundee before officially making the move to Ibrox last summer, but has failed to continue his progress over the last 12 months.The 23-year-old will return to his parent club this summer, but faces an uncertain future as Danny Rohl targets midfield additions.Rangers’ transfer plans are ramping up after the end of the Premiership season, with Neil possessing a similar profile to Cameron and likely to push him down the pecking order at Ibrox. 🔄 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 Dan Neil signing would surely spell the end of Lyall Cameron’s time at RangersFootball Insider previously revealed that Rangers were interested in Neil, but they were beaten to his signature in January by Championship promotion chasers Ipswich Town.He played his part in the Tractor Boys’ return to the Premier League, and the Gers are now set to return to the table for his signature as Sunderland are open to a permanent sale.Appearances16Minutes played661′Chances created per 901.01Duels won %55.6%Fouls won per 901.77Tackles per 903.27xG against while on pitch+0.99Neil’s 2025-26 Championship statsNeil is a ball-winning, box-to-box midfielder who possesses strong leadership traits, having captained the Black Cats to promotion to the Premier League last year after featuring in 47 second tier games.He would certainly be a shrewd signing for the Gers on paper, with Cameron seeming the most likely to leave of any of their current midfielders ahead of next season.Nico Raskin’s exit would see a more creative player signed, while Conor Barron, Tochi Chukwuani and Mo Diomande have each been regulars under Rohl and seem set to stay.Neil’s arrival, which could well be confirmed before the end of the week, will surely see Cameron moved on to pastures new following a tough 2025-26 campaign at Rangers and Aberdeen.What do Aberdeen think about signing Cameron this summer?Rangers did not include an option for Aberdeen to buy Cameron in the loan deal due to an unresolved dispute over his tribunal fee with Dundee.The Scotland youth international showed some signs of his quality at Pittodrie, but was in and out of the team under both Peter Leven and Stephen Robinson.Robinson was asked about the possibility of signing Cameron on a permanent deal earlier in May, as he replied: “It’s not something we’ve ruled out.



Lyall’s obviously come from Rangers on, I would imagine, quite a lot of money.“I don’t actually know. I’ve not got involved in the financial side of that.

At this stage, everything’s on the table.”His future at Aberdeen is clearly up in the air, but Rangers should have no problems finding a suitor for him this summer if they do look to let him leave for good. Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Rangers Insider Access Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of Govan.