The summer signing is among 5 players who could leave Rangers in January

Glasgow Rangers He will be looking to complete some work in the January transfer window when it opens in the new year.

but, Philip Clement He may not have a lot of money to work with at Ibrox, suggesting he may have to sell a player or two in order to raise some funds to bolster his first-team squad.

While the mid-season window is not one for a radical overhaul, if a few players can be moved on, along with a couple of arrivals, it could set the team up well for the second half of the season.

With that in mind, we've taken a look at five players the manager could potentially sell in January…

1

Cyril Desers

Related to: Saint-Etienne

Heading into the final game of the year, Cyriel Dessers did just that He scored 12 goals He has registered four assists in all competitions this season, which represents a good return in front of goal.

Having a player capable of putting up those kinds of numbers is certainly valuable for Clement, but the reality is that Desers has no depth on the current team.

With Danilo back to full fitness and Hamza Eghamani's performance improving with each game, Clement already has two strikers who could be his starting options between now and the end of the season.

According to reports, It is said that the French club Saint-Etienne Keen to sign Dessers as Clement looks for a way to move the striker out of Ibrox.

The Ligue 1 side will need to raise £3.3m if they want to sign the Nigerian, and that could be a major stumbling block. If the fee can be settled, the move could work out well for both parties and give the manager some much-needed funds that can be used to support his team.

2

Hamza Ejmani

Related to: Everton

Unlike Desers, Hamza Ighamani should not be a player Clement looks to sell during the winter transfer window. The African gem has made her way into the Belgian's plans in recent months, particularly impressing in Europe for the Blues. He scored four goals In the European League.

This attracted the interest of Everton He reportedly sent scouts To watch the player during the European confrontation against Tottenham Hotspur before Christmas.

The Light Blues paid just £1.7m to sign the youngster from AS FAR over the summer, and that fee is now turning into a bargain, especially considering how good he is.

There is no doubt that his long-term future lies away from Scotland, but the best course for Egamine is to remain at Rangers over the next few years in order to develop and hone his skills.

Of course, if an offer came in for a player that was too good to refuse, would the Ibrox club be able to turn it down given the financial problems at the club?

3

Ridvan Yilmaz

out of favor

Over the summer, Brazilian left-back Gifti was brought into the Gers squad as competition for Ridvan Yilmaz. The Turkish defender suffered an injury early in the season, resulting in Gifti being placed on the left side of the defence.

He has suitably impressed, showing maturity beyond his young years and could be someone who pays big dividends for the Light Blues when he inevitably moves on.

Last January, several clubs Keen to sign Yilmazincluding Italian League team Hellas Verona. Although there was no doubt about his ability, the fact that Yilmaz spent more time on the treatment table than on the pitch was a cause for concern.

Besiktas They were even showing interest At centre-back only a few months ago, and while he has recovered from his latest setback, this could be the perfect time to take advantage of the let go, especially with Gifty able to adapt easily in his absence.

A lot will depend on whether there are any suitable fans over the winter period, but that is something Clement will have to consider.

4

James Tavernier

Turkish clubs were previously interested

After the end of last season, it looked as if James Tavernier's spell at Rangers was coming to a natural end.

He was coming from the back of the campaign that It saw him score 36 goals In all competitions – a feat that ranks among his best at Ibrox.

Fast forward a few months and the Captain has done it He scored only three times Every season. It was Subject to Besiktas' interest During the summer, while facing his Turkish colleague Trabzonspor They were also keen to sign himBut he stayed at the club.

If there is continued interest in his signature during the January transfer window, Clement would certainly be looking to move on, especially as he represents the last chance to secure a handsome fee for the right-back.

5

Rabbi Matondo

It may be considered surplus to requirements

Like Tavernier, Rabbi Matondo was also in demand over the summer. Just one week before the transfer window closes, the English Championship team Blackburn Rovers have shown some interest In attracting Matondo to the south.

Nothing materialized and he remained at Ibrox for the first half of the campaign. While he may He scored two goals Having picked up three assists, the Welsh winger has been injured since mid-September, and it has taken him weeks to regain full fitness.

He is in a similar position to Tavernier as his contract expires in 18 months, meaning he could be heading into the final year of his contract if he stays at the club until the summer.

Clement can count on Oscar Cortés, Nadeem Bajrami and even Igamane as options on the left wing, meaning Matondo could be considered surplus to requirements.

A lot will depend on whether or not there is interest in Matondo given his recent injury problems. If there is, the Light Blues could look to move on.

This would raise a healthy fee that could be put in place to bolster the squad ahead of the second half of the season, saving some on the wage bill in the process.