RANGERS SET TO HIJACK CELTIC TRANSFER TARGET AS FORMAL TALKS CONFIRMED AND AGREED

In a move that has sent shockwaves across Glasgow, Rangers have reportedly surged ahead of rivals Celtic in the race to sign highly-rated BK Häcken midfielder Silas Andersen. With the January 2026 transfer window in full swing, reports from Sweden and Scotland confirm that the Ibrox club has initiated formal talks and reached a significant breakthrough for the 21-year-old Danish youth international, effectively “hijacking” a deal that many believed was destined for Parkhead.
​The race for Andersen has intensified following the return of Martin O’Neill to Celtic as interim manager. The legendary figure had identified the 6ft 3in powerhouse as a priority target to revitalize a struggling Hoops midfield. However, Danny Röhl’s Rangers have moved with ruthless efficiency. Sources close to the negotiations suggest that Rangers’ technical director Dan Purdy has already agreed upon the framework of a deal, capitalizing on the momentum of a resurgent Ibrox campaign to convince the player that his future lies on the blue side of the city.
​Andersen, who joined Häcken from FC Utrecht, has become one of the most sought-after talents in Scandinavia, known for his physical dominance and composure on the ball. While Celtic were “waiting in the wings” to lodge an official bid, Rangers’ proactive approach in holding direct talks with the player’s representatives has given them a decisive edge. For the Ibrox faithful, the prospect of snatching a top-tier talent from under the noses of their greatest rivals serves as a massive statement of intent under the new leadership of Andrew Cavenagh.
​The move for Andersen is part of a broader “January revolution” at Ibrox, coinciding with the imminent arrival of Sturm Graz midfielder Tochi Chukwuani. By securing both targets, Röhl is effectively rebuilding the Rangers engine room in a single window, leaving Celtic to scramble for alternatives.
​As formal talks are now confirmed and personal terms reportedly “all but agreed,” Andersen is expected to travel to Glasgow for a medical in the coming days. For Celtic, losing out on a “priority target” to their rivals at such a critical juncture of the season is a bitter pill to swallow, further cementing the narrative that the power dynamic in Scottish football is shifting rapidly back toward Ibrox.