Godwin ObajeRangers Pull Off £2m Transfer Masterstroke with PSG Winger Djeidi Gassama
Rangers have stunned Scottish football by snapping up Paris Saint-Germain winger Djeidi Gassama for what many are calling an “unbelievable steal.” The Glasgow side moved decisively to secure the highly-rated 22-year-old for just £2 million — a fraction of what some believe is his true market value.
The Senegalese wide man, who shone last season on loan at Amiens in Ligue 2, had been on the radar of several mid-table European clubs but it was Rangers who pounced. Their speed and ambition in the market have drawn praise from fans and pundits alike. Sky Sports analyst and former Premier League midfielder Lee Hendrie summed up the mood, saying, “This is a real steal from Rangers. I’ve witnessed many transfer windows over the years, but this deal stands out. It shows that the Rangers board and their scouting department know exactly what they’re doing.”
The low fee is partly down to Gassama’s contract situation at PSG and his own desire to step up his career under Russell Martin’s guidance. For the player, the move represents a chance to play regular first-team football at a club with European ambitions and a demanding fanbase.
Speaking at his official unveiling, Gassama made clear he’s ready for the challenge ahead: “This is a huge club with big ambitions. I’m ready to give everything to help us fight for titles. The fans, the history — it’s all very inspiring.”
Manager Russell Martin is equally convinced the young winger will make an instant impact. Far from being eased in gently, Gassama is expected to compete immediately for a starting place in the front line. Martin told the club’s media team, “Djeidi brings a different dimension. He’s fearless, fast, and hungry. He has a point to prove, and I love that mentality. This is a player who fits our system and identity perfectly.”
The winger’s playing style should add something Rangers have at times lacked: raw pace and unpredictability on the flanks. With his sharp footwork and willingness to run at defenders, he promises to give Martin much-needed options as the club looks to reclaim domestic dominance and make an impact in Europe.
For Rangers supporters, the transfer is already being seen as a statement of intent — clever recruitment at a sensible price. If Gassama can deliver on the pitch the way many believe he can, this may be remembered as one of the shrewdest bits of business in Scottish football in recent years.
Still, it remains to be seen whether the youngster can handle the pressure that comes with playing in front of Ibrox’s demanding crowd. Should he settle quickly, Rangers may just have found the bargain gem that could help define their season.
For now, the question on everyone’s lips is simple: will this “real steal” become the signing that sets Rangers apart from the chasing pack?
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