Rangers and Celtic have been busy in the transfer market, with Rangers selling Cyriel Dessers to Panathinaikos and bringing in Youssef Chermiti from Everton and Derek Cornelius on loan from Marseille. Celtic have signed Sebastian Tounekti from Hammarby and sold Adam Idah to Swansea City. Celtic are also reportedly interested in signing Kelechi Iheanacho after he mutually terminated his contract with Sevilla. These moves highlight the ambitions of both clubs as they look to compete for domestic honors and make an impact in European competitions.
The Rangers Football Club has undergone a significant transformation in their squad, marked by the departure of Cyriel Dessers and the arrival of promising talents Youssef Chermiti and Derek Cornelius. Meanwhile, Celtic have also bolstered their attacking options by securing the services of Sebastian Tounekti, while Adam Idah has moved on to new pastures.
Cyriel Dessers' transfer to Panathinaikos was officially confirmed, bringing an end to his two-year stint at Ibrox. The striker's exit had been hinted at by Russell Martin following the Old Firm derby, paving the way for new faces to join the Rangers squad. Dessers, who made 115 appearances for Rangers since July 2023, managed to score 52 goals. However, this season, he found it hard to get regular playing time and only started in two of the seven appearances he made, scoring just once.
Youssef Chermiti has officially signed with Rangers from Everton on a four-year deal, hoping to reignite his career in Scotland. The young forward struggled to break into the first team at Everton, making only 24 appearances and starting just twice. Martin expressed optimism about Chermiti's potential, describing him as "a young striker with huge potential" and hopes that a change of scenery can unlock the talented youngster.
In addition to Chermiti, Rangers have also secured the services of Derek Cornelius from Marseille on a season-long loan, which includes an option to make the deal permanent at the end of the season. Cornelius is a Canadian international center-back who spent time at Vancouver Whitecaps, and brings more defensive options for the Gers. This move adds depth and quality to the Rangers' defensive lineup.
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Across the city, Celtic have been active in the transfer market as well, securing the signature of Sebastian Tounekti from Hammarby to bolster their attacking options. The 23-year-old winger has inked a five-year deal with the Scottish champions for an undisclosed fee.
Tounekti, who only joined Hammarby in February, has already made 27 appearances, showcasing his versatility and potential. He managed to score three goals and provide five assists during his time with the Swedish club. Brendan Rodgers expressed his delight at the signing, stating, "Iām really happy that Sebastian has joined the club, and I am sure he will be a really exciting addition to our squad. He will give us that real added attacking intent, and I am sure he can make a big difference to us.ā
However, Celtic have also bid farewell to Adam Idah, who has joined Swansea City for a reported Ā£6 million fee. Idah has signed a five-year contract with the Championship side. He initially joined Celtic on loan in February 2024 before making the move permanent in August last year. During his time with Celtic, he scored 29 goals in 76 appearances across all competitions.
With Idah's departure, Celtic are reportedly exploring options to bring in a replacement. Former Manchester City and Leicester City forward Kelechi Iheanacho has been linked with a move to Celtic Park after mutually terminating his contract with Sevilla on deadline day. Whether Celtic makes a move for Iheanacho remains to be seen, but it highlights their intent to maintain a strong attacking force.
These moves signify a period of change and ambition for both Rangers and Celtic as they gear up for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in the season. Both clubs are strategically re-shaping their squads, bringing in fresh talent to compete for domestic honors and make their mark in European competitions.
The fans of both clubs are eagerly anticipating the impact of these new signings, hoping that they will bring renewed vigor and success to their respective teams. As the season unfolds, it will be fascinating to see how these transfers influence the dynamics of the Scottish Premiership and the fortunes of Rangers and Celtic. Both teams are looking to re-establish themselves as the dominant force in Scotland.
The summer transfer window has been a busy one, and both Rangers and Celtic have been very active in the market. The Gers hope that the new signings will give them the edge over their Glasgow rivals, while Celtic will hope that Tounekti can fill the void left by Idah.
With the new season well underway, all eyes will be on the two Glasgow giants as they battle it out for the title. Only time will tell which club has done the better business in the transfer market, but it is clear that both Rangers and Celtic are determined to be successful this season.