'Tightrope' - Doctor issues verdict as Rangers linked with free transfer of int'l midfielder

Steven Alzate may require a procedure on his ankle as Rangers may eye a potential summer transfer, according to Dr Rajpal Brar. The injury expert claims that... The post 'Tightrope' - Doctor issues verdict as Rangers linked with free transfer of int'l midfielder appeared first on Ibrox News.

Jul 9, 2024 - 10:00

'Tightrope' - Doctor issues verdict as Rangers linked with free transfer of int'l midfielder

Steven Alzate may require a procedure on his ankle as Rangers may eye a potential summer transfer, according to Dr Rajpal Brar.

The injury expert claims that if his ankle continues to have setbacks down the line, the club and the Colombian with 7 international caps, may decide to go in for surgery.

It’s understood that the 25-year-old is up for grabs this summer after his contract with Brighton ran out in June. [Daily Record, 5 June at 12:44 pm]

Discussing his situation exclusively with Ibrox News, Brar, a doctor in physical therapy and a sports scientist, said:

“A syndesmotic ligament tear which he had last season is colloquially known as a ‘high ankle sprain’.

“Hard to say if it’s a recurring issue because no details are given on the injury specifics.

“In the case of recurring high ankle sprains, the latest surgery is called a ‘tightrope procedure’ that will help stabilise the ankle and the player and club would need to decide if they want to go ahead with it but it is always a possibility down the line.

“They will certainly monitor it before making a decision to sign him.“

Steven Alzate would be a solid free transfer for Rangers

Gers should consider signing Alzate on a free transfer due to his proven experience in top-flight football, particularly in the Premier League with Brighton & Hove Albion.

His versatility adds tactical flexibility to the squad and he’s also made multiple appearances for the Colombia national team.