Rangers Defender Robin Propper Agrees Return To FC Twente After One Season

Robin Propper, the 31-year-old Dutch defender signed by Rangers last summer from FC Twente as a replacement for Connor Goldson, has agreed to return to his former club Twente. Despite making 39 to 42 appearances and scoring twice, including a goal in a 3-0 victory over Celtic, Propper faced criticism for his performances due to injuries and the physicality of Scottish football. Rangers, who invested about £2.5 million (€3 million) in his signing, are reportedly willing to accept around half that amount for his transfer back to the Eredivisie side, where he is expected to sign a three-year contract. The move comes ahead of the new Rangers head coach Russell Martin's first season, with Propper's playing time expected to be limited under Martin. Rangers' new American owners have promised a £20 million investment for strengthening the squad, signaling a reshaping under Martin, who is eager to make a strong impact at the club. Propper's departure is a key early transfer decision as Martin prepares for pre-season and squad building.