Rangers have initiated contact with Leicester City regarding the potential signing of centre-back Conor Coady, sources close to the matter have confirmed to Football Insider. The 32-year-old has a year remaining on his current contract at the Foxes, but would likely face a wage reduction if he were to stay with the club following their relegation from the Premier League.
Coady, who made 22 appearances for Leicester City last season, would be a valuable addition to Rangers’ defensive lineup, which conceded 15 more goals than arch-rivals Celtic in the Scottish Premiership last term. With a wealth of experience gained from his time at Liverpool, Huddersfield, Everton, and Wolves, Coady would bring a significant boost to Russell Martin’s squad.
The Gers’ new ownership group, 49ers Enterprises, has pledged to invest £20million into the club, with a substantial portion of these funds allocated towards Martin’s transfer budget. This influx of capital is expected to enable the club to make significant signings and close the gap with Celtic, who dominated the Scottish Premiership last season.
As Rangers look to strengthen their squad under new manager Russell Martin, the potential signing of Coady would be a strategic move to enhance the team’s defensive capabilities. With Kevin Thelwell and Dan Purdy working together to identify top talent, Rangers are poised to make a serious push for Coady and other high-profile targets this summer.
