Cameron Burgess, a 29-year-old Australian center-back, has reportedly turned down a lucrative two-year contract extension from Ipswich Town, paving the way for a potential free transfer to Rangers or Valencia. Burgess’s current contract with Ipswich Town is set to expire on June 30, 2025, allowing him to negotiate with other clubs without a transfer fee.
Burgess’s Profile
Height: 1.94m, making him a dominant force in the air
Position: Left-sided center-back with Premier League experience
Stats: 18 appearances and 1540 minutes played in the Premier League last season
Pass Accuracy: 81.8% in the Premier League this season
Potential Transfer to Rangers
Rangers’ Interest: The Scottish Premiership club is reportedly keen on signing Burgess on a free transfer, bolstering their defense ahead of the new season
Competition: Valencia is also rumored to be interested in signing the Australia international
Benefits for Rangers: Burgess’s physicality, aerial dominance, and experience in the EFL make him a suitable fit for the robust Scottish Premiership
Priority Signings for Rangers
Conor Coady: Rangers might prioritize signing Coady, a seasoned center-back with 10 England caps and captaincy experience at Wolves and Leicester, over Burgess
Balancing Experience and Cost: Signing both Burgess and Coady could provide an optimal balance of experience, physicality, and cost for Rangers’ title and European ambitions ¹
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