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However, it has now become clear that Andersen’s new contract was mainly agreed just to provide further financial security for his club, as he is still set to move on to a new challenge this summer. Danny Rohl and Co. have been battling Celtic and, more recently, Wolves in the race to secure his signature, and the door finally looks set to open for them this summer.
Rangers’ transfer plans have seen them identify Andersen as a long-term target of late, and they will surely be on red alert after the way that he has just spoken about his future. 🔄 Rangers Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on latest signings, departures, and contract news from the Ibrox boardroom. StatsAndersen TotalSquad RankApps26N/AGoal Involvements4=7thAccurate Passes per 9065.92ndSuccessful Dribbles per 9014thTackles per 903.5=1stInterceptions per 901.71stAndersen’s 2025 Allsvenskan stats compared to Hacken teammates, as per Fotmob.The Danish outlet have interviewed the youngster regarding his current stance on his future, and he was quick to emphasise that his new contract has not changed anything.Andersen insisted that he is still “happy” with his role at Hacken, but also acknowledged that they made a “plan” when he joined that he would “play a lot of games and develop.”He also suggested that a move elsewhere this summer is part of that plan, and nothing has changed in that regard in recent weeks.
Rangers to gain edge over Wolves with Champions LeagueFootball Insider revealed last week that Champions League qualification holds the key for Rangers to sign Andersen this summer, as the lure of the competition could prove decisive for them. However, while Rangers may have the edge in that regard, Wolves are well-placed to be able to win the financial battle amid the chasing pack, as they are set to receive parachute payments if they are relegated from the Premier League.That looks set to potentially give Rob Edwards’ side the edge when it comes to the transfer fee, but if the Ibrox outfit can at least compete in that department, then a Champions League opportunity could prove all-important.
