Saudi bid update emerges as Rangers star James Tavernier on verge of exit - David Edgar

Rangers have not yet received a bid from Saudi Arabia for defender James Tavernier, according to David Edgar.

The Heart and Hand podcast host claimed on 19 July that a bid from there would blow any club out of the water.

It’s understood that Tavernier fancies a move to Trabzonspor and has already agreed personal terms with them. [Yağız Sabuncuoğlu]

Edgar wrote on X: “Well Saudi could blow anyone out the water if they wanted to but there’s no bid came in. Both he and the club can’t hang on forever.”

Rangers must offer James Tavernier to Saudi Arabian clubs to hike his value

Gers could potentially increase Tavernier’s transfer value by offering him to clubs in Saudi Arabia.

This strategy leverages the significant financial resources available in the Saudi Pro League, which has been aggressively pursuing high-profile players from European leagues.

By engaging with the Middle Eastern sides, Gers could create a competitive bidding environment for the 32-year-old’s services.

The increased interest and potential for a bidding war could drive up the transfer fee, as clubs might be willing to pay a premium to secure the services of a player of Tavernier’s calibre.

It could also benefit Tavernier by providing him with an opportunity to explore a lucrative contract in a league that is rapidly gaining prominence where he has the chance to reunite with Steven Gerrard.

However, Gers must balance this strategy with the potential risks as there’s no guarantee that Saudi Arabian clubs will be interested or that a bidding war will materialise.

In other Rangers news, business is expected to move quickly as Gers aim to beat Celtic to sign a Euro 2024 player.

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