Ridvan Yilmaz Hands in Transfer Request as Rangers Exit Nears Following Agreement
Rangers defender Ridvan Yilmaz has officially submitted a transfer request, signaling his desire to leave Ibrox, with an agreement reportedly in place that will pave the way for his departure.
The Turkish international, who joined Rangers in the summer of 2022 from Besiktas, has struggled to secure a consistent starting role during his time in Glasgow. Despite flashes of quality and potential, injuries and competition within the squad have limited his opportunities. Yilmaz has now made it clear that he wants a fresh start elsewhere, and it appears the club is prepared to facilitate his exit.
Sources close to the player suggest that Yilmaz is keen to return to Turkish football, with several Super Lig clubs reportedly interested in securing his services. Discussions are believed to have progressed in recent weeks, and it’s understood that a mutual agreement between Rangers and the player has been reached regarding his future.
Yilmaz, 23, arrived at Ibrox with high expectations and was seen as a promising long-term investment. Rangers spent close to £5 million on the left-back, making him one of the more expensive acquisitions in recent seasons. However, his time in Scotland has been a mixed bag, marked by moments of promise but also by extended periods on the sidelines and inconsistent form.
While Yilmaz did enjoy a run of games under former boss Michael Beale, his role diminished under current manager Philippe Clement, who has frequently opted for other options in the left-back position. With playing time increasingly limited, Yilmaz has decided that now is the right moment to pursue opportunities elsewhere to reignite his career.
Rangers are expected to reinvest any transfer fee received from Yilmaz’s sale into strengthening the squad ahead of the new season. The club is undergoing a significant rebuild under Clement, who is looking to reshape his team following another campaign that fell short of domestic and European expectations.
As the summer transfer window approaches, Yilmaz’s potential departure will likely be one of several moves at Ibrox. His exit marks the end of a brief and turbulent chapter in his career, but also opens the door for a return to familiar surroundings where he may rediscover his best form.
While an official announcement is yet to be made, all indications suggest that Ridvan Yilmaz’s time in Glasgow is drawing to a close. His departure underscores the broader changes underway at Rangers as they prepare for a pivotal 2025/26 campaign.