Hakeem Yusuf
Ibrox wish finally granted as Danny Rohl defies all odds to land fan favourite in last‑minute dealGlasgow Rangers have completed a dramatic late January signing of club legend Joe Aribo. The move ends weeks of speculation and gives boss Danny Rohl a boost as he looks to steady Rangers’ season. Rohl made signing Aribo a priority after the Nigerian midfielder emerged as a target to strengthen the squad. Aribo starred for Rangers from 2019 to 2022, making 149 appearances and scoring in the 2022 Europa League final defeat, earning legendary status among supporters. Talks intensified in the final days of the January transfer window. Southampton had resisted earlier interest, but with Aribo’s contract running down and limited game time under the current coach, all sides agreed terms. The deal was sealed just hours before the deadline. Rohl pushed for the move despite uncertainty over transfer funds and competing targets. His determination to bring back a player with deep ties to the club won out. Fans greeted the news with relief, seeing Aribo’s return as a statement of intent from the manager and board. Aribo’s role is expected to be central. His experience at Ibrox and leadership on the pitch should help Rohl’s team in the Scottish Premiership and cup competitions. Supporters now hope his return sparks a resurgence in form after a mixed first half of the campaign. Rangers face key matches in the coming weeks. Aribo’s influence could prove decisive as the club pushes for domestic success and European progress under Rohl.
Ibrox wish finally granted as Danny Rohl defies all odds to land fan favourite in last‑minute deal
Glasgow Rangers have completed a dramatic late January signing of club legend Joe Aribo. The move ends weeks of speculation and gives boss Danny Rohl a boost as he looks to steady Rangers’ season.
Rohl made signing Aribo a priority after the Nigerian midfielder emerged as a target to strengthen the squad. Aribo starred for Rangers from 2019 to 2022, making 149 appearances and scoring in the 2022 Europa League final defeat, earning legendary status among supporters.
Talks intensified in the final days of the January transfer window. Southampton had resisted earlier interest, but with Aribo’s contract running down and limited game time under the current coach, all sides agreed terms. The deal was sealed just hours before the deadline.
Rohl pushed for the move despite uncertainty over transfer funds and competing targets. His determination to bring back a player with deep ties to the club won out. Fans greeted the news with relief, seeing Aribo’s return as a statement of intent from the manager and board.
Aribo’s role is expected to be central. His experience at Ibrox and leadership on the pitch should help Rohl’s team in the Scottish Premiership and cup competitions. Supporters now hope his return sparks a resurgence in form after a mixed first half of the campaign.
Rangers face key matches in the coming weeks. Aribo’s influence could prove decisive as the club pushes for domestic success and European progress under Rohl.
Hakeem Yusuf
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