Qudus SalihuDanny Rohl Eyes Shock Rangers Return for Joe AriboIn a move that could send shockwaves through the Scottish Premiership, newly-appointed Rangers head coach Danny Rohl is reportedly keen on an immediate reunion with former Ibrox star Joe Aribo. Sources close to the club suggest that Rohl is dismayed that the club allowed a player of Aribo’s quality to depart and sees him as a vital, missing piece in the Gers’ midfield puzzle.Aribo, who left Rangers for Southampton in July 2022 after scoring the memorable goal in the 2022 Europa League final, has faced a challenging period at the Championship club. Reports indicate the Nigerian international is struggling for consistent playing time, with the Saints boss recently confirming that Aribo’s omission from the squad was partly due to him missing a “whole chunk of pre-season.” The midfielder has been repeatedly linked with a move away from St Mary’s, with his current situation making a return to Glasgow increasingly plausible.The link between Rohl and Aribo stems from the belief that the German coach’s preferred tactical style would perfectly suit the playmaker. Aribo’s creativity, ball-carrying ability, and eye for a goal would offer a significant boost to a Rangers midfield requiring a fresh injection of dynamism. While there has been talk of Aribo’s potential return for some time, the appointment of Rohl, and the player’s lack of minutes down south, seems to have accelerated the possibility of a concrete bid.| Player | Former Club | Current Club ||—|—|—|| Joe Aribo | Rangers | Southampton |Rangers fans have long held a soft spot for the Europa League hero, and a successful bid to bring Aribo back to Ibrox would undoubtedly inject renewed enthusiasm into Rohl’s early tenure. As talks with the player’s representatives are rumoured to be advancing, the prospect of Aribo wearing the light blue again could become a reality in the upcoming transfer window.
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