“Scott McKenna Snubs Rangers and Celtic for Surprise Move to La Liga”
Rangers and Celtic both missed out on signing Scott McKenna, who has joined Las Palmas following the expiration of his contract with Nottingham Forest, according to Football Scotland.
The outlet reported on August 8 that the two Old Firm clubs were interested in the Scotland international, with Hull City even entering talks to sign him.
However, Las Palmas announced on August 8 that they had secured the 27-year-old on a permanent deal.
McKenna would have been a strong addition for Rangers. In 2018, Alex McLeish praised the center-back for his performances with the national team, telling the BBC: “Scott McKenna was outstanding tonight. He had a very strong game. He’s had two excellent games and was even better tonight.”
Since then, McKenna has developed into a more refined defender with Premier League experience. His international caps for Scotland further highlight his ability to perform at a high level.
For a club like Rangers, aiming to compete in European competitions and reclaim the league title, McKenna’s experience and skills would have been invaluable. His defensive strength and game-reading ability would have strengthened the Gers’ backline. His physical presence and aerial prowess would have been valuable assets in both domestic and European matches.
It remains to be seen if McKenna will stay on the radar of the Ibrox club, as there is always the possibility of him returning to the UK in the coming years.