Player Rangers wanted last summer now set to seal Celtic transfer - report

Celtic are set to secure the services of Sheffield United defender and 2023 Rangers target Auston Trusty on deadline day, according to HITC.

The news outlet reported on 30 August that Gers were eyeing a summer swoop for the United States international, back when he was at Arsenal.

However, he ended up joining the Blades and now is on the cusp of sealing a permanent move to Parkhead.

Rangers may regret not signing Auston Trusty

Gers may regret not prioritising this move last summer as Trusty’s robust defensive performances, highlighted by his stint at Birmingham City where he was voted Player of the Season, indicate a missed opportunity for defensive solidity and leadership.

His ability to play through an entire season with minimal injuries could have addressed Rangers’ recurring injury issues at the back.

The 26-year-old’s international experience with the USA national team adds a layer of quality and exposure that could elevate Gers’ profile, especially in European competitions.

Moreover, Trusty’s market value and performance trajectory suggest he could have been a long-term asset or a valuable sale in the future, potentially fetching a higher fee than what the Ibrox outfit might have paid.

His move to Celtic, a direct rival, not only strengthens their defence but also means Gers have lost out on a player who could have been pivotal in the Old Firm rivalry and in challenging for domestic titles. strategy.

In other Rangers news, an international winger is expected to complete his medical at Ibrox with Gers eyeing a last-gasp transfer swoop.

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