{"id":46557,"date":"2026-04-30T15:22:31","date_gmt":"2026-04-30T19:22:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/04\/30\/former-west-ham-target-is-in-talks-to-join-rangers-with-summer-departure-confirmed\/"},"modified":"2026-04-30T15:22:31","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T19:22:31","slug":"former-west-ham-target-is-in-talks-to-join-rangers-with-summer-departure-confirmed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/04\/30\/former-west-ham-target-is-in-talks-to-join-rangers-with-summer-departure-confirmed\/","title":{"rendered":"Former West Ham target is in talks to join Rangers, with summer departure confirmed"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/04\/30\/former-west-ham-target-is-in-talks-to-join-rangers-with-summer-departure-confirmed\/#Rangers_prepare_for_potentially_title-clinching_showdown_at_Hearts\" >Rangers prepare for potentially title-clinching showdown at Hearts<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/04\/30\/former-west-ham-target-is-in-talks-to-join-rangers-with-summer-departure-confirmed\/#%E2%80%98A_deal_is_done_%E2%80%93_Barry_Ferguson_%E2%80%98furious_over_Rangers-Celtic_ticket_development\" >&#8216;A deal is done&#8217; &#8211; Barry Ferguson &#8216;furious&#8217; over Rangers-Celtic ticket development<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/04\/30\/former-west-ham-target-is-in-talks-to-join-rangers-with-summer-departure-confirmed\/#Kofi_Kuao_confirmed_his_departure_from_FC_Metz_and_is_in_talks_to_transfer_to_Rangers\" >Kofi Kuao confirmed his departure from FC Metz and is in talks to transfer to Rangers<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/04\/30\/former-west-ham-target-is-in-talks-to-join-rangers-with-summer-departure-confirmed\/#Middlesbrough_are_in_a_race_with_Rangers_for_a_40000-a-week_striker_who_will_end_Strelets_chapter\" >Middlesbrough are in a race with Rangers for a \u00a340,000-a-week striker who will end Strelets&#8217; chapter.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<div>\n<p>Rangers are thought to be in talks with the soon-to-be free agent, who West Ham have targeted in 2023.<\/p>\n<p>    <!-- No AdsNinja v10 Client! --><!-- No AdsNinja v10 Client! --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"rangers-braced-for-hearts-showdown-in-potential-title-decider\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Rangers_prepare_for_potentially_title-clinching_showdown_at_Hearts\"><\/span>\n                        <strong>Rangers prepare for potentially title-clinching showdown at Hearts<\/strong><br \/>\n               <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Rangers will face a decisive night in the title race next Monday. We head to Tynecastle for a very important match against Hearts.<\/p>\n<p>As the gap between the top teams is very narrow, this is a match that could determine the outcome of the entire season.<\/p>\n<p>Tynecastle is never an easy place to get to, especially when the stakes are this high. With Hearts&#8217; title ambitions and pride at stake, Rangers will need to be as sharp as possible both mentally and physically.<\/p>\n<p>Games like this often come down to the details: moments of quality, lapses in defense, decisions made under pressure.<\/p>\n<p>The challenge for Rangers is not just dealing with things, but maintaining consistency.<\/p>\n<p>Their form is strong enough to keep them in the game, but there is little room for error at this stage, especially after last weekend&#8217;s defeat at home to Motherwell.<\/p>\n<div class=\"display-card  article article-card small  no-badge  active-content                              \" data-include-community-rating=\"false\" id=\"rangers-barry-ferguson-raging-at-latest-celtic-ticket-development\" data-nosnippet=\"\">\n<p>                        <\/p>\n<p>                    <span data-field=\"label\" class=\"article-card-label\"><label>related<\/label><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"w-display-card-content regular article-block\">\n<h5 class=\"display-card-title \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%E2%80%98A_deal_is_done_%E2%80%93_Barry_Ferguson_%E2%80%98furious_over_Rangers-Celtic_ticket_development\"><\/span>\n<p>\t\t\t&#8216;A deal is done&#8217; &#8211; Barry Ferguson &#8216;furious&#8217; over Rangers-Celtic ticket development<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p class=\"display-card-excerpt\">The former Ger is furious at Celtic&#8217;s attitude.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>A goal conceded against Hearts could prove decisive, which only increases the importance of a disciplined performance.<\/p>\n<p>While the immediate focus is on this impending showdown, behind-the-scenes work is already accelerating in preparation for the summer event.<\/p>\n<p>One of the positions being considered is full-back, with FC Metz defender Kofi Kuao linked with him.<\/p>\n<p>    <!-- No AdsNinja v10 Client! --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"koffi-kouao-in-talks-to-join-rangers-with-fc-metz-exit-confirmed\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kofi_Kuao_confirmed_his_departure_from_FC_Metz_and_is_in_talks_to_transfer_to_Rangers\"><\/span>\n                        <strong>Kofi Kuao confirmed his departure from FC Metz and is in talks to transfer to Rangers<\/strong><br \/>\n               <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>According to Media Foot, Rangers are one of several clubs considering a move for the 27-year-old, and it has been confirmed that he will leave Metz at the end of the season when his contract expires.<\/p>\n<p>The Ivorian has already announced his intention to move, especially with Metz&#8217;s looming relegation from Ligue 1, with Media Foote Rangers also making an offer for him, one of the clubs with whom talks are reportedly ongoing.<\/p>\n<p>According to reports, Kouao&#8217;s future has been under consideration since last winter, with the Teddy Bears aiming to sign him on a free transfer.<\/p>\n<p>The full-back brings a solid level of experience.<\/p>\n<p>He has been a regular for Metz since joining in 2022, making nearly 120 appearances in various competitions.<\/p>\n<p>This season alone, he has been a big hit, playing over 2,000 minutes in the league, scoring two goals and providing two assists from the right wing.<\/p>\n<p>He is primarily a right-back, but can also play on the left or in a more advanced wing-back role. That versatility could be attractive to Danny Rolle, especially with James Tavanier set to leave Ibrox this summer.<\/p>\n<p>Born in Abidjan, he grew up with ASEC Mimosa, then had a career with Vizela in Portugal, then with Moreirense and Famalic\u00e3o, before relocating to Europe.<\/p>\n<p>His progress has been gradual, gaining experience in various leagues before stepping into the world of French football.<\/p>\n<p>At 27 years old, he is entering what many consider to be his peak years. He is not a long-term project, but rather a player who is ready to come in and contribute right away. <\/p>\n<p>Interestingly, French reports at the time said Kouao was a target for West Ham manager David Moyes in 2023.<\/p>\n<p>For now, all eyes are still on the pitch.<\/p>\n<p>The result against Hearts could move Rangers a step closer to the title and will determine how this season is remembered.<\/p>\n<div class=\"display-card  article article-card small  no-badge  active-content                              \" data-include-community-rating=\"false\" id=\"middlesbrough-news-rangers-transfer-race-joel-piroe-leeds\" data-nosnippet=\"\">\n<p>                        <img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"440\" height=\"248\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Bolivia's Efrain Morales and Suriname's Joel Pirou\u00e9 \" data-img-url=\"https:\/\/static0.footballfancastimages.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/bolivia-s-efrain-morales-in-action-with-suriname-s-joel-piroe.JPG?q=49&amp;fit=crop&amp;w=220&amp;h=124&amp;dpr=2\" src=\"https:\/\/static0.footballfancastimages.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/bolivia-s-efrain-morales-in-action-with-suriname-s-joel-piroe.JPG?q=49&amp;fit=crop&amp;w=220&amp;h=124&amp;dpr=2\"\/><\/p>\n<p>                    <span data-field=\"label\" class=\"article-card-label\"><label>related<\/label><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"w-display-card-content regular article-block\">\n<h5 class=\"display-card-title \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Middlesbrough_are_in_a_race_with_Rangers_for_a_40000-a-week_striker_who_will_end_Strelets_chapter\"><\/span>\n<p>\t\t\tMiddlesbrough are in a race with Rangers for a \u00a340,000-a-week striker who will end Strelets&#8217; chapter.<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p class=\"display-card-excerpt\">Boro want to sign a Premier League centre-forward.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Rangers are thought to be in talks with the soon-to-be free agent, who West Ham have targeted in 2023. Rangers prepare for potentially title-clinching showdown at Hearts The Rangers will face a decisive night in the title race next Monday. We head to Tynecastle for a very important match against Hearts. As the gap between [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":46558,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[15],"tags":[1650,1108,40,2856,199,1026,236,488,1250,2433],"class_list":{"0":"post-46557","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-football","8":"tag-confirmed","9":"tag-departure","10":"tag-football","11":"tag-ham","12":"tag-join","13":"tag-rangers","14":"tag-summer","15":"tag-talks","16":"tag-target","17":"tag-west"},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/46557","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=46557"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/46557\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/46558"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=46557"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=46557"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=46557"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}