Nils Koppen Reduces Rangers Wage Bill by £50,000 Following Player Exits
Nils Koppen has managed to cut approximately £50,000 per week from Rangers’ wage bill following the loan departures of Kieran Dowell and Rabbi Matondo, as reported by the Daily Record (1 February, pg 54). Dowell has joined Birmingham City, while Matondo has moved to Hannover 96, resulting in substantial savings for the club.
The Rangers’ management, led by Koppen, is also considering offloading Tom Lawrence before the winter transfer window closes on 3 February. This move would not only reduce further wage expenses but also create opportunities for young talents like Findlay Curtis, Bailey Rice, and Paul Nsio to get more game time.
Lawrence has attracted interest in the last two transfer windows, and moving the 31-year-old on would provide additional financial flexibility.
Addressing Past Contract Decisions
The fact that Rangers have managed to shed £50,000 from their weekly wage bill highlights the club’s previous missteps in contract negotiations. Both Dowell and Matondo had minimal impact at Ibrox, especially this season, making their combined £25,000-per-week salaries each particularly surprising.
While their loan moves don’t completely eliminate the financial burden, they do alleviate enough to allow Rangers some breathing room for potential new signings as the transfer deadline approaches.
Tom Lawrence, who played a significant role for Philippe Clement earlier in the season, remains a valuable asset on the market. His departure would further ease the club’s wage load, making space for new additions.
With these financial adjustments, Rangers are now in a stronger position to pursue reinforcements as the winter window nears its conclusion. This newfound flexibility could see the Light Blues make significant moves before the deadline.
