SHOCKING IBROX BETRAYAL: Rangers’ £10M Nightmare Unfolds as Chermiti’s Mega Signing Exposes CRIPPLING Flop Duo – Fans in Uproar!
Rangers may come to regret their £10m move for Youssef Chermiti from Everton last window.
Rangers made a bold move by securing 21-year-old Youssef Chermiti as their second most expensive signing in history, underlining the faith of their recruitment team.
Kevin Thelwell, in particular, has staked much of his credibility on this deal, with the Light Blues investing more in the Portuguese striker than they have in any player for a quarter of a century.
The decision has sparked debate among supporters, especially after the arrival of Bojan Miovski.
Many argue the club could have allocated their funds differently rather than targeting a Portugal Under-21 forward who has yet to prove himself at senior level.
Two former loanees could have been permanent options. Vaclav Cerny impressed during his temporary spell at Ibrox but was overlooked by the new owners, eventually moving from Wolfsburg to Besiktas for around £6 million—a fee Rangers might realistically have matched.
Similarly, Abdallah Sima, who netted 11 league goals for the Gers in 2023/24, completed a permanent switch to Lens for just £4 million this summer, another opportunity missed.
Attention now turns to Miovski, who has the credentials to shine in Glasgow.
The North Macedonia international demonstrated his quality in the Premiership with Aberdeen and could well emerge as the standout signing of the summer.
At 26, he looks poised to claim the role of first-choice striker, bringing proven pedigree and familiarity with Scottish football.
Chermiti’s record, however, casts doubts. Signed by Thelwell for £11.5 million at Everton in 2023, he failed to score a single goal and featured in only four Premier League games last season.
Despite the substantial fee Rangers have paid, manager Russell Martin may be reluctant to hand him a starting spot immediately—a cautious approach given the youngster’s struggles in England.
The Portuguese forward arrives at Ibrox carrying the weight of expectation but also the baggage of underperformance.
With a demanding fanbase already scrutinising Thelwell’s decision-making and questioning Martin’s appointment, patience may be in short supply.
Unless Chermiti quickly adapts and delivers, frustration could mount rapidly, leaving the striker in a precarious position so early in his Rangers career.
