Rangers send scouts to watch Scotland U21 star, 'stiff competition' on cards for transfer - report

Rangers had scouts in attendance to watch Luke Graham in Scotland Under-21s 0-0 draw with Czech Republic.

It seems as though the Gers are finally looking towards the domestic market to bolster Danny Rohl’s side as they eye a move for the Dundee star.

A report from Daily Record on 29 March claims that the Light Blues have watched Graham regularly over the last two months, with Dan Purdy personally leading the mission.

It states that Rangers face a battle for his signature, with several clubs fighting to bring the Dens Park star to their club.

What competition do Rangers have for Graham move?

Rangers have been told to sign Graham by many observers, and it looks like they may well have listened to the noise.

However, they have “stiff competition” according to the report, with the likes of Portsmouth and Major League Soccer clubs wanting the 22-year-old.

The EFL Championship side even had bids rejected for the defender in winter transfer window, including one that would have been a club record sale of over £1.5million for the Dark Blues.

Why Rangers may be able to convince Graham

Rangers should be confident that they can beat their rivals to Graham’s signature for multiple reasons.

For starters, he is already based in Scotland, so he would not have to move very far to make the move to the Glasgow giants.

If he moved to England or the United States, he would have to uproot his life, and that would not be the case if he moved to Govan.

Another reason is the fact that the Gers are clearly on an upward trajectory under Danny Rohl, who has them firmly back in the title race.

Rohl has won the most points in the Scottish Premiership since he was appointed in October, which is further evidence that he is taking the Light Blues in the right direction.

Finally, the centre-back position may well be up for grabs at Ibrox in the near future, with Nasser Djiga’s loan expiring in the summer.

John Souttar is getting older, and Emmanuel Fernandez continues to be linked with an exit, with big clubs reportedly chasing his signature, so there may be a space for Graham to fill.

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