Cyriel Dessers Agrees Terms to Leave Ibrox in £30k-per-Week Deal
Rangers forward Cyriel Dessers has reportedly agreed personal terms ahead of an expected departure from Ibrox this summer, with the striker set to earn £30,000 per week at his new club. The move marks the end of a one-year stint in Glasgow for the Nigerian international, who joined Rangers from Cremonese in 2023.
Dessers arrived at Rangers with high expectations, brought in to lead the line under then-manager Michael Beale. While his goal tally was respectable—netting double figures across all competitions—his inconsistency in front of goal and occasional struggles to adapt to the physicality of Scottish football often drew criticism from sections of the support.
Now, as Rangers undergo a squad rebuild under new boss Philippe Clement, Dessers appears to be one of the first senior names heading for the exit. Reports suggest that terms have been finalised between the player and his next destination, although the identity of the club remains under wraps for now. The financial package includes a weekly wage of £30,000, a figure that highlights both the player’s experience and the ambition of his next club.
The transfer, once completed, is expected to free up significant wages on Rangers’ books, allowing the club greater flexibility in the market as they look to strengthen multiple areas of the squad. Dessers’ departure could also open the door for a new centre-forward to arrive, with Rangers already linked with a number of attacking options across Europe.
Despite a mixed campaign, Dessers departs with a level of appreciation for his professionalism and contributions during a turbulent season. He managed key goals in domestic competitions and featured regularly in European fixtures, helping Rangers secure a second-place finish in the Premiership and a strong Europa League run.
The club is now focusing on reshaping its attacking department, with Dessers being the first of several expected departures this window. With a deal now in place, it is believed an official announcement could come in the coming days once final paperwork is completed.
For Dessers, the move presents a fresh start and the chance to rediscover the form that once made him a standout in the Belgian Pro League and Eredivisie. As for Rangers, the transition signals a new era under Clement, who is determined to mould the squad in his image ahead of a crucial 2025/26 campaign.