With Nils Koppen heading the hiring process from his new position as technical director, Rangers have been searching the world for talent.
Philippe Clement is aware of how big of a mission he took on as manager when he had to rebuild the team, replacing the departing players with young, vibrant players.
Koppen has talked about being innovative in the market, but Rangers may find a gem in Marko Soldo, the most recent prospect to be linked, in a nation where they have previously made purchases.
Rangers aim to compare Connor Gallagher and Marko Soldo.
The 21-year-old midfielder has been playing well at NK Osijek, where Borna Barisic and Eros Grezda were teammates before they moved to Ibrox.
Soldo is demonstrating that he is more than simply a 6′ 2″ demolisher with four goals and four assists.
The Croatia Under-21 international’s profile is exactly like that of Connor Gallagher of Atletico Madrid.
A decent model for a midfield position with Rangers. Players that are able to win the ball and then use it to accomplish something are extremely valuable.
For those who can adapt between the two styles of play, it also facilitates the transition from domestic to European football.
Although Soldo plays as a deeper No. 6 for his nation, he has also been featured in a more advanced role for Osijek, demonstrating his versatility.
If Soldo is signed by the Rangers, whose spot might be in jeopardy?
With his best run of form since joining Rangers, Nicolas Raskin has solidified his position as the number six, while Connor Barron is a more than competent backup.
Barron has also been requested to play in a double pivot to give the full backs a chance to press higher up, as demonstrated against Ross County at Dingwall.
Soldo could easily fill any of these three places, and Mohamed Diomande was outstanding against Kilmarnock in the No. 8 position.
Rangers’ chances of acquiring the formidable midfield player would only increase if Soldo, whom Osijek may have only signed in the summer, is promoted to Croatia’s senior squad.
