Panathinaikos are making a push to sign Rangers forward Cyriel Dessers before the summer transfer window closes. The Nigerian international’s future at Rangers remains uncertain, with manager Russell Martin declining to provide assurances that Dessers will stay at Ibrox beyond the deadline.
Earlier in the summer, Rangers rejected a €4.5 million bid from AEK Athens, a rival of Panathinaikos, for the striker. It is reported that Dessers had agreed to personal terms with AEK Athens at the time. Now, Panathinaikos are attempting to lure the 30-year-old with the prospect of Champions League football, a significant draw for the player.
As the top scorer in the Scottish Premiership last season with 18 goals, Dessers is an attractive target for Panathinaikos. The Greek club is determined to complete the signing before the transfer deadline on Monday. According to Record Sport, Panathinaikos are working to finalize the deal, which would be a significant coup for the club.
Dessers has been with Rangers since 2022, and his departure would be a significant loss for the team. The Nigerian forward has been a key player for the Light Blues, and his goalscoring record has been impressive. However, the prospect of Champions League football with Panathinaikos may be too enticing for Dessers to resist.
With the transfer deadline looming, Rangers and Panathinaikos are engaged in a race against time to finalize the deal. The outcome is uncertain, but one thing is clear: Cyriel Dessers’s future will be decided in the coming days. The next few days will be crucial in determining the striker’s fate, and football fans will be watching with interest as the situation unfolds.
