SMASHED:Rangers closed £3.5m deal for one of club’s ‘best players’

While Nils Koppen might have backed away from the deal for Jose Cordoba, Rangers have ample options with quality players eager to join the club, eliminating the need to court or convince those who aren’t fully committed.

The forward line, in particular, demands significant focus, so it’s unsurprising to find Rangers linked with Adama Traore. In fact, talks to secure his signature seem to be progressing well. Traore boasts a proven track record of finding the back of the net, and his talents have been endorsed by a former player associated with the club.

Bence Lenzser of Paksi FC challenges Adama Traore of Ferencvarosi TC during the Hungarian Cup Final match between Paksi FC and Ferencvarosi TC at P...

Rangers given numbers lowdown on Adama Traore

In a conversation with Derek Clark from The Rangers Review, former Ferencvaros player Akos Fuzi provided valuable insights into the winger’s recent performance, offering encouraging observations:

“Last year, he had a very impressive season. He featured in approximately 73 games and netted 32 goals. His performance was commendable both in domestic championships and international matches.”

“However, this year, his form was slightly affected due to an injury. Nevertheless, whenever he was on the field, he continued to make significant contributions, scoring numerous goals and providing assists. I recall he managed to score around 14 goals this season. He primarily operates as a right forward or right winger and is currently one of Ferencvaros’s standout players.”

Indeed, his attributes align well with what Rangers are seeking: a player capable of scoring goals, creating opportunities, and occupying the role of a left-footed forward predominantly from the right-wing position.

Doubts about Traore’s injury history?

There have been concerns raised about Traore’s injury history, but upon closer examination, it’s evident that he only encountered issues in the recently concluded season. Despite this setback, he managed to make a significant impact for the Hungarian outfit, tallying 14 goals and five assists in 27 appearances.

Looking back at the previous seasons, Traore’s track record is impressive. In the season prior, he featured in 46 matches, scoring 18 goals and providing 11 assists. Similarly, in the 2021/22 season, he netted 15 goals and contributed nine assists, showcasing his abilities with notable performances against top teams like Inter Milan and Real Madrid while playing for FC Sheriff.

With Rangers parting ways with Fashion Sakala, they lack a player like Adama Traore, capable of utilizing his pace to create chaos and opportunities for others. Moreover, Traore’s injury record doesn’t suggest a tendency towards frequent setbacks.

Analogously, considering the case of Danilo, who endured significant injuries throughout the season, it’s evident that these instances were more of unfortunate accidents rather than a reflection of his resilience or susceptibility to injuries.

Forwards with Traore’s impressive statistics are seldom available at a low cost, making the reported £3.5m fee for Rangers potentially a bargain deal. His proven track record and ability to deliver in big matches further strengthen the case for his acquisition.

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