Rangers manager Russell Martin has stepped up the chase for Leicester defender Conor Coady, reportedly setting a clear transfer deadline before their Champions League qualifier against Panathinaikos on July 22 . Sporting director Kevin Thelwell, who previously brought Coady to Everton on loan in 2022, is said to be in advanced talks .
At 32, Coady has just one year left on his Leicester deal. Rangers are expected to offer a long-term contract and have the chance to secure him at a cut-price fee, which aligns with Leicester’s strategy to trim their wage bill following relegation . TEAMtalk reports that Coady may be travelling to Glasgow imminently to finalise terms, with the deal including a two-year contract .
Coady brings pedigree—10 England caps, a captain’s role at Wolves, and Premier League experience—which fits Martin’s vision of leadership and defensive solidity . His leadership credentials are highly valued, and Rangers hope he will unlock a possession-based style and serve as a veteran presence in a retooled back line.
With the transfer window heating up and the Champions League qualifiers around the corner, a swift conclusion to this deal is clearly a high priority for Rangers.
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