Andrew Cavenagh Reacts to Dessers Exit Talk as £4m Transfer Rumour Gains Momentum
Veteran journalist Andrew Cavenagh has shared his thoughts on the growing speculation surrounding Cyriel Dessers’ future at Rangers, as reports continue to link the striker with a move away from Ibrox. With claims of a potential £4 million transfer fee being floated, it seems the Nigerian international could be nearing the end of his spell in Glasgow.
Dessers, who joined Rangers from Cremonese last summer, has had a mixed tenure at the club. Despite ending the 2023/24 campaign with a respectable goal tally, questions have persisted over his consistency and overall impact in big games. As new manager Philippe Clement looks to reshape his squad ahead of the new season, Dessers’ position appears increasingly uncertain.
Cavenagh, speaking on the transfer speculation, acknowledged that while Dessers showed flashes of quality, the club may now be open to offers, especially if they can recoup a significant portion of their initial investment. “If Rangers can secure around £4 million for Dessers, it’s a deal that would make sense from a financial and tactical perspective,” Cavenagh said. “There have been glimpses of what he can do, but the club clearly wants to move in a different direction up front.”
The reported interest comes amid a wider overhaul at Rangers, with Clement aiming to bring in fresh talent capable of challenging for domestic honours and competing in Europe. While Dessers was seen as a marquee signing when he first arrived, his inconsistency and stylistic mismatch may have prompted Rangers to consider alternatives.
Several clubs across Europe are said to be monitoring the situation, with interest from Turkey and the Middle East growing. A £4 million bid, if submitted, would represent a fair return for a player whose form has divided opinion among fans and pundits alike.
Cavenagh also noted that the move could benefit both parties. “Dessers has the ability to be a leading striker elsewhere—perhaps in a league where his style is a better fit,” he added. “It’s not uncommon for a talented player to need a change of scenery to truly flourish.”
As the transfer window progresses, all eyes will be on whether a formal offer materialises. For now, Dessers remains a Rangers player, but the latest developments suggest his time at Ibrox may be drawing to a close.