Rangers have completed the signing of centre-back Olwethu Makhanya from Philadelphia Union in a deal worth around £3m.
The 22-year-old is the club’s eighth summer arrival, having signed a four-year contract, with Rangers holding the option of extending that deal by a further 12 months.
Sky Sports News revealed earlier this month the South Africa international – who had played 53 times for the MLS club – was of interest to Ibrox chiefs this summer.
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Speaking after joining Rangers, he said: “I can’t even explain how I am feeling right now, it is honestly a big honour and a huge blessing for me to joins such a big club with so much history. I can’t wait to get started.
“For me, it has always been a dream to play football in Europe, ever since I was a kid, so to be here is a dream come true.”
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Manager Derek McInnes commented: “We’re really pleased to bring Olwethu to the club. He’s a player we have watched closely, and we feel he has all the attributes to make a real impact here, while also continuing to develop his game.
“For someone so young, he’s already gained experience in different environments. He is a strong, physical and confident defender, and I look forward to seeing him settle into the squad and show what he is capable of as a Rangers player.”
Who else could join Rangers?
Rangers have now signed eight players this summer, with Vanja Dragojevic, Lawrence Shankland, Cammy Devlin, Ben Godfrey, Ross McCrorie, Dan Neil and Ivor Pandur joining before Makhanya.
However, they are now working on adding an attacking option as boss McInnes searches for more creativity.
Sky Sports News revealed Coventry City winger Jahnoah Markelo is one option under consideration.
The Ibrox side will also look to add more defensive options too, with the likes of John Souttar among the players who could leave the club.
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