Rangers bound to join Celtic in race for Jon McCracken as Dundee star continues to impress
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Credit: Imago Sat 11 April 2026 8:45, UK Rangers are bound to look to solve their transfer problems by pursuing Jon McCracken ahead of the summer transfer window.The Dundee star has been one of the best goalkeepers in the Scottish Premiership this season.So far, the 25-year-old has one of the highest save percentages in the division as the Dark Blues look to avoid relegation.Reports have recently linked Celtic to McCracken ahead of the transfer window, but Rangers would be foolish not to join the race.Given the club’s issue in the net, McCracken could finally end Rangers’ goalkeeping woes. 🔄 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 Jon McCracken could be Rangers’ long-term goalkeeping solutionIt is no secret that Rangers are in dire need of a goalkeeping upgrade.Jack Butland has proved to be inconsistent of late, while Liam Kelly simply does not have the quality to be a regular.Jon McCracken’s Scottish Premiership stats this seasonPer 90 minutesSaves 3.88Save percentage 70.9%Goals prevented 0.18Goals conceded 1.59Clean sheets 0.16Errors led to goals 0.09McCracken has some impressive stats this season.
Credit: FotmobAs a result, questions need to be asked about the future of the department, and McCracken would be a perfect long-term solution.Not only does the goalkeeper have some excellent stats, but he is also a big-game player, putting in numerous fantastic performances against Hearts, Celtic, Rangers and Dundee United this season to win them points.If the McCracken can replicate these performances for the Gers, he would be a massive asset, not just domestically, but in Europe as well.Jon McCracken is the first Dundee goalkeeper to keep a clean-sheet at Tannadice since Julian Speroni in 2002, in a 0-0 draw. 👐🏻McCracken is the first Dundee keeper to keep a clean-sheet and win at Tannadice since Marco Roccati, in a 2-0 victory in 2000. ⏮️(@uwtbpodcast… pic.twitter.com/uaNwSLTLUK— DPC 🇨🇷 (@DensParkChoir) January 5, 2026 On top of this, a potential transfer to the Gers would rob the Hoops of a key transfer target, which could give them an edge in the title race next season.Therefore, Rangers will surely make a move ahead of the upcoming transfer window.If not, their inability to solve their goalkeeping situation could end up costing them again in the next campaign.Who else is linked with McCracken?On top of Celtic, Football Insider has also exclusively revealed that McCracken is wanted by several Championship sides, including Sheffield Wednesday, Blackburn Rovers and Queens Park Rangers.Currently, his contract is set to expire in the summer, which would make him a bargain.However, given his form, McCracken could soon see more potential suitors show interest as his contract continues to dwindle.Nevertheless, it remains to be seen where his future lies, with the summer transfer window always full of plenty of twists and turns. Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Rangers Insider Access Get the full story from Ibrox and Auchenhowie with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of Govan.