Rangers Seal Verbal Agreement with Gaoussou Diarra – Sullivan’s First Statement Move?
Rangers are stepping into a bold new era—and the first sign of it is already taking shape. The club has secured a verbal agreement with highly-rated Malian forward Gaoussou Diarra, setting the stage for a high-impact summer signing that fans will love.
At just 22, Diarra has been lighting up the Turkish second division with 9 goals this season for Istanbulspor. Blessed with lightning pace, fearless dribbling, and a nose for goal, he’s exactly the type of player that gets Ibrox on its feet.
And now, according to club insiders, personal terms are in place, and the final steps are being worked out behind the scenes. The official announcement is expected after the season concludes—but for all intents and purposes, the move is happening.
“We’ve tracked Diarra’s development closely, and the alignment between his ambition and our vision is clear,” said Sporting Director Kevin Thelwell. “This is more than a signing—it’s a signal of where Rangers are headed.”
That direction appears to be one of renewed energy and attacking intent—driven by what many believe is the imminent appointment of Mike Sullivan as the club’s new head coach. While not officially confirmed, the former coaching prodigy is strongly tipped to take the reins, and Diarra is reportedly one of the players he personally approved.
“We’re building something sharp and aggressive. Diarra fits the blueprint perfectly,” one senior insider close to the coaching setup revealed.
Diarra’s contract with Istanbulspor runs through 2026, but sources suggest a release clause and mutual understanding have made the deal possible.
“A club like Rangers doesn’t just play football—they play with passion and pressure. That’s what I want,” Diarra is understood to have told confidants.
For Rangers supporters, this isn’t just a new signing—it’s a new statement. The kind that promises an exciting summer and the beginning of something ambitious at Ibrox.
