Rangers make approach to sign Marseille player, he wants to leave - report

Rangers are interested in signing Marseille centre-back Bamo Meite, according to Adam Mser.

The Canal+ journalist reported via his personal X account [29 August] that the Gers face competition from Lens and Brest for the 23-year-old defender.

It is understood that an approach has been made and discussions are in progress ahead of the 30 August deadline, with the player ready to leave, though the Ligue 1 club have not received any offers yet.

Rangers to beat competition to Bamo Meite transfer?

Philippe Clement’s side have been searching for a new centre-back, and especially with Ben Davies’ move to Birmingham City, a signing is needed now more than ever.

While the 29-year-old’s move to the Midlands has left Clement short at the back, it seems the plan was always to offload Davies and bring a new signing in before the window closes.

Meite could be the right figure to join the ranks at Ibrox as he continues to develop his trade in Ligue 1, having only made eight league starts last season.

Boasting experience with Lorient and Marseille, including seven appearances in the Europa League, the 23-year-old could add some much-needed depth to the backline before the transfer window slams shut.

Clement currently has Leon Balogun, Robin Propper and John Souttar at his disposal, with Clinton Nsiala plying his trade in the B team after joining as a free agent following his AC Milan exit.

While the trio have plenty of experience, fans have not been entirely convinced about the stability of the manager’s backline, though they have already kept three clean sheets in all competitions.

Although Meite looks to be an exciting talent, the Gers must move quickly if they are to acquire his signature, both in terms of the transfer window closing and the amount of interest in the player.

In other Rangers news, Jack Butland’s representatives have shared a new transfer update ahead of the 30 August deadline.

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