Shock Twist in Rangers Takeover: Ex-Ibrox Chief Resurfaces as Power Player in 49ers Mega Deal Amid Growing Chaos!

Sandy Easdale, the former Rangers director, has emerged as a potential key figure in the club’s ongoing takeover negotiations, with reports suggesting he could be pivotal in securing a deal with US investors.

According to the Daily Mail, Easdale, a billionaire businessman from Greenock who owns the bus company McGill’s with his brother James, is now involved in the talks with an American consortium.

This group, which controls the NFL’s San Francisco 49ers, is led by health tycoon Andrew Cavenagh and CEO Paraag Marathe.

They are seeking to acquire a majority stake (51%) in Rangers, which has been the focus of a significant investment bid in recent months, a move that has largely been welcomed by the club’s supporters.

However, recent reports reveal that the negotiations with the Americans have hit a stumbling block due to unexpected opposition from senior figures within Rangers, prompting them to seek alternative ways to acquire more shares.

This development has brought Easdale back into the fold, as he could play a role in facilitating a deal.

Easdale, a controversial figure among fans due to his previous involvement with the club, still holds a stake in Rangers. He was initially open to selling his shares in 2019 but retained 5,256,110 shares.

As of last week, Easdale’s shareholding has increased to just under 10 million shares after purchasing 4 million from the previously invalidated Blue Pitch Holdings.

His total stake in Rangers is now estimated at around 2.25%. Despite his mixed reputation among fans, Easdale is reportedly supportive of the proposed takeover.

An advisor to Easdale has shared with the Daily Mail that he believes significant investment is essential and that the expertise of a global brand like the 49ers could be key to unlocking untapped revenue streams for the club.