Aston Villa could be key to Oliver Antman sale at Rangers this summer
Aston Villa’s pursuit of Christos Tzolis could provide a domino effect to a potential Oliver Antman sale at Rangers.
The Gers star has been linked to Club Brugge this week after a terrible first campaign at Ibrox.
As a result, Rangers are likely happy to let the 24-year-old go as they look to overhaul their squad.
However, Tzolis currently occupies the slot on the Belgian side’s wing and has picked up 36 goal contributions in 34 matches in the league.
Now, if Villa seal the transfer of the Greece international could help give Rangers the green light to the sale.
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VISIT THE RANGERS TRANSFER HUBAston Villa signing Christos Tzolis could result in Oliver Antman sale
Given Tzolis’ form for Club Brugge, if he is to stick around for another season, he will inevitably remain the first name on the team sheet.
Therefore, Antman will surely look to avoid a move if this scenario plays out, with regular first-team football likely a priority for the Rangers star.
| Oliver Antman’s Scottish Premiership stats | Per 90 minutes |
| Goals | 0.13 |
| xG | 0.10 |
| Assists | 0.39 |
| Chances created | 2.84 |
| Duel won | 41.1% |
However, if Tzolis were to leave, the spot on the wing could open up, and could give Antman a chance to step in.
On top of this, with Club Brugge set to demand over £31.25million to part with the Greece international, such a fee could allow them to go on a spending spree and take a risk on the likes of Antman.
As a result, Rangers may be dependent on Aston Villa buying Tzolis this summer to get rid of their underperforming winger.
Who are Rangers looking to sign this summer transfer window?
Football Insider has exclusively revealed that Rangers are ready to step up their interest in Bobby Clark this summer transfer window.
The Red Bull Salzburg star had been on loan to Derby County this season as they narrowly missed out on the Championship playoffs.
Now, the Austrian club are ready to cash in on Clark, who has attracted interest from a host of clubs, including Rangers.
Salzburg are happy to let him go for a price cut fee, despite the 21-year-old having plenty of potential.
However, it remains to be seen if Rangers are able to bring Clark into Ibrox ready for the 2026-27 campaign or if they will miss out on the former Liverpool star.
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