Mustapha SheiduRangers Chairman Andrew Cavenagh Signals Significant January Transfer Backing
As the January 2026 transfer window approaches, Rangers chairman Andrew Cavenagh has made it clear that the club is prepared to invest heavily to bolster Danny Röhl’s squad. In recent comments and meetings, Cavenagh has effectively gone public with the club’s financial commitment, reassuring fans amid a challenging season.
Following a turbulent start under new US ownership—including the takeover led by Cavenagh and 49ers Enterprises earlier in 2025—Rangers have shown signs of recovery under head coach Röhl. The German manager has dragged the team back into contention, currently sitting third in the Scottish Premiership. However, Röhl has been vocal about the need for reinforcements, particularly players with “steel,” experience, and an understanding of what it means to play for Rangers.
Cavenagh, in discussions with Röhl—including a key transfer summit just before the recent Motherwell match—has emphasised a “brave and bold” approach off the pitch. Reports indicate the club holds around £30m in cash reserves, providing a healthy and flexible budget for the window. This follows earlier pledges of further investment if required to address an “incomplete” squad lacking leadership.
Insiders suggest Rangers plan a busy January, with at least three major additions targeted, including a proven goalscorer, a dynamic midfielder, and versatile defenders. Outgoings are also expected to free up funds and wage bill space. Pundits like Barry Ferguson have echoed that Cavenagh will back Röhl fully, aiming for smart, sustainable signings rather than reckless spending.
With the window opening on January 1, 2026, Cavenagh’s transparency has injected optimism among supporters. The chairman’s public stance underscores the new regime’s ambition to restore Rangers to domestic dominance and European competitiveness.
As Röhl prepares for crucial fixtures, including upcoming derbies, this financial firepower could prove pivotal in closing the gap at the top.
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