Sat 31 January 2026 12:46, UK

Rangers are considering a loan move for Southampton forward Cameron Archer in the final hours of the winter transfer window.

The Gers have been pursuing a deal for Hansa Rostock striker Ryan Naderi at Ibrox, but the 3. Liga outfit aren’t keen on letting the 22-year-old German striker leave midway through the season.

Archer has emerged as an alternative target for Danny Rohl, with the Light Blues aware they’ll need to cover most of his wages to reach an agreement with the Saints.

The 2 February deadline is right around the corner, and the Glaswegian outfit are apparently working hard and fast to bolster their squad for the second half of the campaign.

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Celtic were the first Scottish team to express an interest in Archer in January, according to the Daily Record.

The news outlet reports on 31 January that the Gers’ Old Firm rivals had made contact to enquire about the 24-year-old’s availability, but it’s the Ibrox side who are now in advanced talks to sign him.

It’s been claimed that the Light Blues are currently in the driving seat to sign the English striker, as the Hoops haven’t firmed up their interest since...