Rangers Lead Race to Sign Real Betis Defender Nobel Mendy

Rangers are actively pursuing a transfer for Nobel Mendy, a 20-year-old left-footed center-back currently at Real Betis, who is seeking more playing time after limited appearances last season. The Scottish club, led by head coach Russell Martin and sporting director Kevin Thelwell, is competing with Spanish side Rayo Vallecano and Belgian club Club Brugge for Mendy's signature. Mendy previously had a potential move to PSV Eindhoven fall through due to the Dutch club reaching its foreign player quota. Rangers are interested in Mendy to strengthen their defense, aiming for better balance with a left-sided player, and face a lengthy negotiation process before a deal is finalized. Additionally, Rangers are reportedly in the running to sign Arsenal goalkeeper Karl Hein, who spent last season on loan at Real Valladolid and is also attracting interest from Sevilla. Other Scottish clubs, including Celtic, are also active in the transfer market, targeting players such as Adam Obert and Clement Bischoff.