Could Lewis Ferguson be Rangers’ next marquee signing?
Bologna’s captain and World Cup standout linked to Ibrox reunion with family legacy and leadership in play.
Bologna’s captain and World Cup standout linked to Ibrox reunion with family legacy and leadership in play.
Rangers are reportedly targeting Bologna captain Lewis Ferguson as a marquee signing, with the Scotland midfielder linked to a £17m move to Ibrox. Ferguson, 26, has emerged as one of Serie A’s most reliable midfielders during his three seasons at Bologna, where he has captained the club to Coppa Italia glory and consistent European competition. His leadership and technical ability have drawn attention from multiple Premier League and top European clubs, but Rangers appear to be the frontrunner due to his deep family ties to the club.
The Ferguson name is synonymous with Rangers’ academy and the Scottish game. His father, Barry Ferguson, is a club legend who later managed the side, while his uncle Derek Ferguson also played for Rangers in the late 1990s. Lewis himself is a product of the Ibrox youth system, having joined at age 12 before progressing to the first team setup.
A reunion would complete a generational link between the Ferguson family and the Light Blues. Scotland manager Steve Clarke has repeatedly praised Ferguson’s World Cup performances, where the midfielder delivered standout displays against top nations. His ability to dictate play and contribute defensively makes him a dual-threat anchor in midfield.
Bologna manager Domenico Tedesco has publicly backed Ferguson to succeed at the highest level, further validating his credentials. What’s next: Rangers are expected to intensify their pursuit of Ferguson once the January transfer window opens, with Ibrox hierarchy keen to finalize a deal that reunites him with former Aberdeen teammate Ross McCrorie and leverages his leadership to stabilize a squad in transition. A completed move would not only strengthen Rangers’ midfield but also signal a commitment to rebuilding with homegrown talent and Scottish identity at its core. Read at BBC Football
A Ferguson move would reunite the midfielder with Rangers’ academy and former Aberdeen teammates, while injecting leadership and Scottish pedigree into a squad reshaping after key departures. His World Cup performances and Coppa Italia-winning captaincy add immediate credibility, making him the marquee piece Rangers need to rebuild identity and compete domestically.
BBC Footballbbc.co.ukJul 1, 5:21 PMen-gb
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