“Philippe Clement Set to Offload Todd Cantwell Amid Struggles at Rangers”
Philippe Clement does not favor Todd Cantwell, and it’s likely that Cantwell will leave Rangers this summer, according to Four Lads’ Stevie Clifford. Speaking to Rangers Review on July 22, Clifford expressed surprise not only at the idea of Cantwell having a long-term future at Ibrox but also at the possibility of him staying with the club beyond this summer.
Cantwell, 26, has had a difficult time since moving to Glasgow, frequently finding himself in and out of the team. He may follow Connor Goldson and James Tavernier, as well as others who have already left, such as Kemar Roofe, John Lundstram, Borna Barisic, and Ryan Jack, out the door.
Clifford said at 25:23: “I would be surprised if Todd Cantwell had a long-term future at Rangers. I’d be surprised if Todd Cantwell survives past this window. It’s quite obvious that the manager doesn’t like him. I think it’s quite obvious that even in little allocations that they’ve had, he’s not his biggest fan. It’s a shame. Todd Cantwell is a guy I like. He is a player I like but he clearly doesn’t fit into what Philippe Clement is trying to do.”
Since joining Rangers in January 2023, Cantwell has had ample opportunity to prove himself but has struggled to consistently perform under different managers. Despite showing flashes of his talent, he has failed to maintain a high level of performance over an extended period. Cantwell has not adapted well to the demands of the Scottish Premiership and has been in and out of the team.
Given the investment Rangers made to bring Cantwell to the club, there is an understandable desire to recoup some of that fee. With Cantwell not fitting into Clement’s plans and struggling to meet expectations, it may be in the best interests of both parties for him to move on this summer.