Rangers midfielder Diomande set for move to Turkey

Rangers have reached an agreement to sell midfielder Mohamed Diomande to Turkish Super Lig side Corum for £4.5 million. The Scottish Premiership club is moving to reshape its midfield ahead of the upcoming campaign, with the Ivorian international departing Ibrox after establishing himself as a reliable presence in Rangers' engine room. Diomande made 47 appearances for Rangers across all competitions last season, contributing significantly to the club's domestic title challenge and European commitments, which saw them reach the UEFA Europa League last-16 stage.

The 25-year-old's departure marks a significant turnover in Rangers' squad as manager Philippe Clement continues rebuilding efforts following a disappointing title defense. Diomande joined the Glasgow giants in 2022 and made 89 total appearances, becoming a fixture in the midfield despite competition from other talented options. His exit creates space in the squad budget for incoming reinforcements, with Rangers simultaneously exploring options to strengthen their defensive ranks. The club has identified Aston Villa right-back Kosta Nedeljkovic as a potential acquisition, with the young Serbian defender offering Premier League experience at 23 years old.

Rangers' recruitment strategy this summer reflects ambitions to challenge for silverware in the 2024-25 season after finishing runner-up to Celtic in the Scottish Premiership. The funds generated from Diomande's sale will provide additional resources for Clement to pursue targets like Nedeljkovic, who has made limited appearances in the top flight but represents long-term investment in the squad's future development. The midfield restructuring signals Rangers' intent to build a more competitive unit capable of competing domestically and in European competitions, with several other potential exits and arrivals expected before the transfer window closes.