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Rangers fans are in a state of wild excitement following sensational, though unconfirmed, reports that Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo—a player considered a top target for new Head Coach Danny Rohl—was recently spotted with Chairman Andrew Cavenagh. The sight has ignited belief across the Ibrox faithful that a huge January loan move is “happening.”
The talented young England international is understood to be growing increasingly frustrated at Old Trafford under manager Ruben Amorim, having struggled for consistent game time despite his high profile. Reports suggest the 20-year-old is seeking a loan move in January to secure regular minutes and boost his chances for the 2026 World Cup squad. This is the window of opportunity Rohl is reportedly desperate to exploit.
While there is no photographic evidence of Cavenagh and Mainoo together, the news of the supposed meeting has sent shockwaves through the support. Chairman Cavenagh has been vocal about providing Rohl with the necessary backing to secure key targets who can immediately improve the squad. Rohl himself has identified the need for a “dynamic central midfielder to add energy”—a description that perfectly fits Mainoo’s box-to-box profile.
For Rangers, a loan deal for a player of Mainoo’s calibre would be a genuine statement of intent, signalling the new regime’s ambition to compete with Europe’s elite for talent. Fans believe Cavenagh’s presence indicates the board is willing to pull out all the stops to secure Rohl’s top priority, viewing a short-term deal as a low-risk, high-reward gamble that could transform their season. The sighting—real or rumour—has solidified the belief that this sensational transfer could indeed be on the cards.
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