“Rangers Set to Smash Transfer Records with Jaw-Dropping £2M Mega-Deal and Lucrative Long-Term Contract for Blockbuster Signing!”

Rangers have already brought in nine new players this summer, but the transfer activity is far from over as Russell Martin continues his mission to overhaul the squad.

One of the top priorities has been securing Mendy, with the club having already agreed personal terms with the young defender.

There were initial fears that the 20-year-old might choose to remain in Spain and join Rayo Vallecano instead, but recent developments have swung the momentum firmly in Rangers’ favour.

In the past few days, the Ibrox side have made significant progress, entering exclusive negotiations with Real Betis.

Mendy’s desire to move to Glasgow has been clear, with the main sticking point being an agreement between the two clubs on the transfer fee.

That hurdle now appears to have been cleared, with the Rangers Review reporting that the deal will cost the Scottish giants around £2 million.

The Senegalese centre-back, who made his first two La Liga appearances last season, is expected to sign a contract keeping him at Ibrox until 2029, with an option for an additional year.

His commitment to joining Rangers has been unwavering, and his arrival could be finalised imminently.

However, Mendy’s signing is likely to trigger departures. Ben Davies, Leon King, and Clinton Nsiala have all been told they are free to leave, as Martin reshapes his defensive options.

Yet the work at the back is not finished. Rangers now face the potential loss of left-back Jefte, with Brazilian club Palmeiras reportedly in discussions over a move.

Such a departure would present another challenge for Martin, particularly as the left side of defence has remained largely untouched during this summer’s rebuild.

Three defenders have already been recruited, but if Jefte goes, the only natural left-back in the senior squad would be Ridvan Yilmaz, who is currently out of favour.

Martin has experimented with Max Aarons on the left, but the results have been poor, reinforcing the need for reinforcements should the Brazilian depart.

The signing of Mendy represents a major step in Rangers’ defensive reconstruction, offering youth, potential, and a long-term option at centre-back.

However, the situation at left-back—and the possibility of more exits—means Martin’s rebuilding job is far from complete.

The manager will need to remain active in the transfer market to ensure his backline is strong enough for the challenges ahead.

While sealing Mendy’s arrival is a boost, it may only be one piece of the puzzle in Rangers’ summer of transformation.